A moist and unstable airmass will interact with an approaching cold front to bring showers and thunderstorms to the region today and tonight. Some thunderstorms may be strong to severe. In addition, gusty winds between 35 and 45 mph will be possible outside of precipitation.

AS you might guess, I 670 is struggling in BOTH directions downtown. 315 South remains CLOSED at W Broad St. 71 South remains CLOSED twn I 670 & 70. #TrafficAlert

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Hot and dry conditions are likely to build in across the area for the second half of the weekend into early next week.

Classes are canceled today (Friday, Jan. 19) at all college locations due to weather.

COLUMBUS: I-71 NB closed north of I-670 due to a crash. Traffic is being diverted at I-670.

This is outbound from downtown HOWEVER it could impact inbound traffic on I-670 and I-70 if it remains closed during rush hour.

I 71 North is REOPENED from I 670 to Hudson St. Heavy wrecker is still working on the RIGHT berm north of 17th Av. Ramps from I 670, and 5th, 11th, 17th Aves to 71 North will be reopened shortly. #ColumbusOH #TrafficAlert

CSCC Alert: Classes starting at 4 p.m. or later today (Tuesday, April 2) are canceled, and in-person student services will also close at 4 p.m. today, due to anticipated severe weather.

Columbus State's annual In-Service Day is Thursday, April 18. Offices are closed and daytime classes will not be held. Classes starting at 5 p.m. and later will meet as scheduled.

The Columbus State Library is closed today, Friday, July 12 for unexpected maintenance. If you need a computer with internet access, stop by the Computer Commons in the lower level of the Center for Technology and Learning (TL).

Due to inclement weather Monday, 1/6, offices and services at all college locations will operate remotely during business hours. Employees can check work email for more info. Enrolled and prospective students can access services from cscc.edu or 614-287-5353.

Columbus State is canceling all classes for Wednesday, Jan. 22. Offices on all campuses will remain open during business hours.