Wind, Rain and Snow Coming to North Canton, Stark County

In addition to wind, the area is likely to receive snow today and Wednesday

The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory for most of the region — including Stark and Summit counties. Meteorologists are warning that southwest winds of 20 to 30 mph and gusts reaching up to 45 mph will rattle the region today. The strong winds are being caused by an arctic front that has moved into the area. The advisory is in effect until 7 p.m. today. Furthermore, the wind is expected to be joined by precipitation. Meteorologists predict that rain showers will turn into snow by the mid-morning today. The snow will persist through Wednesday with about an inch accumulation in North Canton today and less than an inch accumulation Wednesday. Wind can sometimes cause property damage -- knocking down trees or power lines. Let …

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Wind Advisory: 50 Mph Gusts

A wind advisory is in effect until 9 p.m. Sunday. Loose objects could be blown around and a few limbs or power lines could come down.

Wind Advisory Through Sunday Evening

Expect gusts of up to 50 mph hour today. The wind should die down around sunset.