Snow Loads Threaten Ottawa Roofs Across City
Heavy snowfall exceeding 17 inches over the past week stressed roofs in Ottawa and Franklin County. Fire crews inspected a trailer at 824 S. Cherry St after its roof sagged. no injuries reported. Officials warned older, century-old buildings and flat roofs face collapse risk, urged cautious shedding of snow only if safe, and noted updated codes lessen risk for newer homes. Local planners advised homeowners to assess structural soundness and contact City Hall for guidance.
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Storm Adds 8 Inches, Powers Down in Franklin County
Franklin County faced another heavy snow event Monday night through Wednesday, dropping 8 inches and leaving about 3,500 residents without power at peak. Sheriff and emergency officials noted fewer slide-offs than the Feb. 21 storm, with extensive frost patrols and welfare checks. Power has largely been restored, though around 1,000 customers remained dark midweek, mainly in Wellsville and Pomona. City crews and public works staff worked to clear roads while utility crews restored service and assessed damage. The county extended a disaster declaration for another week to seek potential federal relief, though totals did not reach near-record levels.
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Franklin County
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Franklin County Board of Commissioners
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Wellsville
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Kansas City Power & Light
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Snowy Weather Brings Mixed News for Local Livestock
Officials report 8 inches of snow at Ottawa Water Treatment Plant yielding 1.25 inches of precipitation with temperatures just above freezing. While moisture soaks soil, surface water bodies are unlikely to rise significantly. Total yearly precipitation reaches 5.13 inches, more than double the year-to-date average, and 19 inches of snow have fallen. Farmers like the Spencer family face calving losses due to cold. The storm, named Rocky by the National Weather Service, is seen as needed moisture despite hardships.
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Ottawa
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National Weather Service
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