Travel Advisory: Navigate Cautiously as Crews Battle Stubborn Snowfall Today

JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Department of Transportation is advising drivers to refrain from traveling through Monday in the most severely weather-affected areas. Significant snowfall, extremely low temperatures, and cloud cover will keep MoDOT teams busy around the clock to clear the roads over the coming days. The northern region of Missouri, particularly from Interstate 70 to the north, experienced 8 inches to more than a foot of snow, with certain areas in northwestern Missouri getting close to two feet.

Today, drivers should anticipate heavy snowfall on entry and exit ramps, local roads, and non-interstate routes. If drivers find themselves stuck while driving, it is advised to remain in the vehicle to avoid the risk of another vehicle sliding into you. Moreover, being outside in these extremely low temperatures is inadvisable. The substances utilized to clear the roads are also less effective in these frigid conditions.

“We appreciate Missourians for following the warnings and staying off the roads during the storm. We require ongoing patience in the next few days as teams work to remove the snow and clear fallen trees caused by the ice,” stated MoDOT Director Ed Hassinger. “Our crew will keep working continuously, and we are reallocating staff from the southern regions of the state to the north to assist in the recovery from this significant storm.”

“We also extend our gratitude to our emergency response partners from the State Emergency Management Agency, Missouri Department of Public Safety, Missouri State Highway Patrol, and the Missouri National Guard for their coordinated efforts during this storm,” added Hassinger.

Throughout the state, MoDOT has around 1,500 snowplows in operation with crews working 12-hour shifts until the roads are largely clear. Missouri road conditions can be accessed 24/7 on the Traveler Information Map at www.modot.org on both desktop and mobile devices. Drivers can also monitor road conditions by following MoDOT on Facebook and X or by calling 888-ASK-MODOT (888-275-6636) to speak with a customer service representative. Motorists can contact the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s emergency number *55 to reach the closest troop headquarters.

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