The National Weather Service in Wilmington says a widespread winter storm could drop less than an inch of ice and freezing rain across central Ohio.

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for all of the region starting Wednesday night through Thursday morning. Freezing rain is expected across the region with some accumulation of ice expected overnight until temperatures rise above freezing on Thursday morning.

A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY from Wednesday evening through early Thursday morning. Freezing rain and sleet may create icy, hazardous conditions during the night. Use extreme caution while driving; many outdoor surfaces may become slippery, increasing the risk of falling and injury. Isolated power outages may be possible.