TRAFFIC ALERT: All Lanes Reopened After Two Crashes on I-75 Traffic disruptions caused by two crashes on Interstate 75 in Sidney and Dayton were resolved by 1:20 a.m. on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, with all lanes fully reopened. The incidents, which occurred in both locations, led to temporary delays but did not result in significant long-term congestion. Authorities confirmed that no major incidents were reported beyond the initial crashes, and traffic conditions have since stabilized. Drivers are encouraged to report traffic issues by contacting the WHIO TV 7 newsroom at 937-259-2237 or tweeting @WHIOTraffic for real-time updates. The station also provides a free mobile app for breaking news alerts, ensuring commuters stay informed about road conditions. Additional traffic information, including live updates and incident tracking, is available through the station’s traffic map. While the focus remains on the I-75 incidents, other regional updates include weather-related school delays, a vehicle accident investigation on I-70, and a discovery of a decomposed body during a home inspection. Law enforcement is also reviewing a case involving an armed individual who was shot by Dayton police and has since pleaded guilty. The article also highlights potential road hazards, such as slick and icy conditions expected to impact St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, urging drivers to exercise caution. Gas prices in the Dayton area, according to GasBuddy.com, remain a point of interest for motorists, though the station notes that some locations may report prices even when closed or under construction. Visitors are advised to confirm business hours before planning travel.#st_patrick_s_day #dayton #i_75 #whio_tv_7 #sidney
FIRST ALERT: Above Average Temperatures Kick In Mid to Late Week Chief Meteorologist Spencer Denton reported that temperatures will rise above average starting midweek, with rain chances remaining low but not entirely absent. The forecast highlights a transition from mostly cloudy conditions to partly to mostly cloudy skies, with scattered showers possible each day from Wednesday through Friday. Tonight’s weather will feature mostly cloudy skies and a few early showers, with overnight lows expected to range from the upper 40s to near 50 degrees. Winds will be variable, blowing at 5 to 10 miles per hour. On Tuesday, the weather will remain mostly cloudy with a few morning showers, and high temperatures will climb into the mid to upper 60s. Winds will shift to the southwest at 5 to 15 mph. The week’s most significant weather event will be a total lunar eclipse early Tuesday morning. Denton warned that clouds may hinder visibility for some areas, particularly on the Cumberland Plateau where showers are likely. However, viewers east of Knoxville and along I-75 have the best chance of brief clearing skies to witness the eclipse. From Wednesday to Friday, partly to mostly cloudy conditions will dominate, with a stray shower possible each day. Highs will gradually increase, reaching the low to mid 70s on Wednesday and climbing to the upper 70s by Thursday and Friday. Lows will stay in the 50s throughout the period. The weekend forecast calls for partly cloudy skies on Saturday, with a passing shower or storm in the afternoon. Sunday will see a slightly higher chance of showers or storms, though high temperatures will remain in the 70s. Denton also noted that near-record warmth is expected ahead of the weekend, with temperatures nearing 80 degrees before the next round of rain.#lunar_eclipse #spencer_denton #cumberland_plateau #knoxville #i_75
