Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has declared a state of emergency in three northeast Ohio counties in response to heavy snow with more on the way.

With some areas getting more than 5 feet of snow on the ground since Thanksgiving and more expected in northeast Ohio, Gov. Mike DeWine declared a state of emergency for four counties. Ashtabula, Cuyahoga,

Lake and Ashtabula Counties are reeling under the relentless weight of heavy snowfall, leading to a growing number of roof collapses that threaten everything from critical infrastructure to family homes.

COLUMBUS, Ohio - In response to lake effect snow accumulations as deep as 5 feet with more on the way, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine on Tuesday declared a state of emergency in Cuyahoga, Lake, Geauga and Ashtabula counties.

The proclamation applies to Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga, and Lake counties. Some areas have already seen several feet of snow, with more on the way.