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Northeast Ohio weather disrupts ALCS, brings frost warning

Storms and wind gusts exceeding 40 mph have altered MLB schedules in Cleveland, while a weekend freeze watch threatens sub-freezing temperatures across the region.

By Published · 4:14 PM · Updated · 1 min read
Northeast Ohio weather disrupts ALCS, brings frost warning

Key points

  • Cleveland Guardians and MLB adjusted the start time for Game 3 of the ALCS due to local weather forecasts.
  • The Guardians defeated the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 3, which was played on Thursday.
  • Wind gusts exceeding 40 mph are expected on Friday, creating uncertainty for Game 4 of the ALCS.
  • A Freeze Watch has been issued for most of Northeast Ohio for the weekend.
  • Impacted areas could see sub-freezing temperatures as low as 30 degrees following the storm system.

Northeast Ohio is facing a volatile weather stretch that has already altered Major League Baseball schedules and threatens to bring sub-freezing temperatures to the region. The Cleveland Guardians and Major League Baseball adjusted the start time for Game 3 of the American League Championship Series due to the local weather forecast. The Guardians defeated the Tampa Bay Rays in that contest, which was played on Thursday.

Storms and Wind Gusts

The weather pattern includes thunderstorms on Thursday followed by wind gusts exceeding 40 mph on Friday. A strong cold front is bringing these gusty winds, with forecasts indicating speeds as high as 40 mph through Friday night. This inclement weather has created uncertainty for Game 4 of the ALCS, with potential delays or postponement discussed due to the rainy forecast. The Guardians and Rays were set to wait before taking the field for the Friday matchup, with Shawn Armstrong named as the opener for Cleveland.

Weekend Freeze Watch

Following the storm system, a weekend cooldown is expected to bring widespread frost to the area. A Freeze Watch has been issued for most of Northeast Ohio for the weekend. Impacted areas could see sub-freezing temperatures as low as 30 degrees. The 3News Weather Team advises residents of these conditions, which follow a powerful storm system that swept through the Great Lakes on Thursday before moving to soak the Northeast with rain on Friday.

Your questions, answered

Why was the start time for ALCS Game 3 changed?

The Cleveland Guardians and Major League Baseball adjusted the start time due to the local weather forecast.

What is the weather forecast for Northeast Ohio this weekend?

A Freeze Watch has been issued for most of Northeast Ohio, with sub-freezing temperatures as low as 30 degrees expected.

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