COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — The Friday morning snowfall in Columbus created significant challenges for drivers, with many struggling to navigate the roads.
Snowfall causes chaos in Columbus as drivers struggle to navigate roads (WSYX)
“I stayed away from the freeways. It was hard getting in and out, because the snow was coming down so hard,” DoorDash driver Amy Raycher said.
Truck driver Eric Ebner described the situation as “a little sketch,” emphasizing the need to “focus on everyone” to ensure safety.
Plow driver Sean Rogers spent hours clearing neighborhood streets and assisting stranded drivers. “In less than 20 minutes, I pulled 15 people that got stuck,” Rogers said, noting that he helped drivers on both side streets and highways.
Another round of snow in Columbus on February 6, 2026. (WSYX)
Rogers, who does not charge for his services, explained that helping others in the snow is a family tradition.
“Me and my father, we just been doing this for so many years. We just come out and help people who need help around the community,” he said.
While Rogers does not charge, he will accept donations to help keep his gas tank full and maintain his car.
As residents shoveled sidewalks and brushed off their cars, Columbus deployed 40 snow warrior plows to service main arterial streets.
To learn if a city street has been cleared, click here https://warriorwatch.columbus.gov/
The Ohio Department of Transportation had 1,150 crews scattered across the state clearing roadways. Drivers are being alerted about potential high winds, which could lead to blowing and drifting snow.
“Blowing and drifting snow, it tends to be things that happen in spots,” said Matt Bruning, Ohio Department of Transportation press secretary.
State and local road crews are closely monitoring the forecasted roller coaster of plunging and rising temperatures expected in the coming days.
For some, the wintry weather can’t end soon enough. “It’s just got to go,” said Ebner. “I mean, it makes everything hectic.”
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