A winter storm is expected to hit the Dallas-Fort Worth area on Thursday and Friday, causing travel issues for those attending the Ohio State game at the Cotton Bowl. The region is currently under a winter storm warning due to a mix of freezing rain, sleet, and snow.
The forecast is predicting a wintry mix that could start as freezing rain and sleet on Thursday, potentially leading to icy road conditions. However, there’s also a chance it will change back to all rain Thursday night before turning to snow again Friday morning, which could exacerbate the situation.
While the amount of precipitation may seem small – about 2 inches of snow with some ice accumulation – it can still cause significant issues in areas without sufficient equipment to handle wintry weather. The Cotton Bowl has announced that the game will proceed as scheduled, but is prepared for any changes in the forecast and has contingency plans in place to ensure a safe environment.
The teams are set to arrive on Thursday as planned, and the game will kick off on Friday evening as scheduled. North Texas highways have been brined, and officials are working with transportation agencies to guarantee a safe environment around AT&T Stadium.
Source: https://www.wkbn.com/weather/winter-storm-to-complicate-ohio-state-playoff-game