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(WJW) – Several Northeast Ohio schools, including Akron City Schools, were closed Wednesday as a blast of snow and gusty winds hit the region.

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Several communities also issued parking bans and snow emergencies.

A winter storm warning was issued for Ottawa and Sandusky counties, while a winter storm advisory was issued for most other Northeast Ohio counties.

Keep up with the latest weather conditions here.