A look at life in Ohio following one of the biggest storms to ever hit the Buckeye State.
* Fourteen states have declared emergencies ahead of Winter Storm Fern.
* A state of emergency in Ohio allows the governor to direct resources for urgent needs.
* The governor's declaration can last up to 90 days unless extended by the legislature.
Ahead of winter storm Fern, 14 states have declared emergencies, anticipating deep snow, thick ice and bitter cold, according to USA TODAY.
The storm, named Winter Storm Fern by The Weather Channel, will impact more than half the U.S. population this weekend. Most of Ohio is under a winter storm warning, with total snow accumulations of 8 to 12 inches in southwest Ohio possible, according to the National Weather Service in Wilmington. In northern Ohio, 6 to 10 inches of snow are in the forecast, according to the NWS Cleveland office.
As of the morning of Friday, Jan. 23, Ohio is not among the states declaring an emergency. However, state and local officials are urging residents to limit unnecessary travel, prepare for rapidly changing conditions and monitor forecasts.
Gov. Mike DeWine is expected to give a public address at 3:30 p.m. on Jan....
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