WEST CENTRAL, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation is preparing for an upcoming winter storm, which is expected to impact most, if not the entire state of Indiana. The system is currently expected to move in starting Thursday afternoon and evening, and into a major holiday travel weekend.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued winter storm warnings for much of Indiana starting Thursday afternoon through at least Friday, depending upon location. NWS is calling for snow with high winds and dangerously cold temperatures, causing snow-covered roadways and low visibility for holiday travel.
Road conditions across the state will be challenging as the storm moves through. INDOT West Central plans to have a full call out starting at 12:00 p.m. Thursday.
- Crawfordsville Sub District: 31 Trucks (Full Call Out)
- West Lafayette Sub District: 28 Trucks (Full Call Out)
- Terre Haute District: 24 Trucks (Full Call Out)
- Cloverdale Sub District: 27 Trucks (Full Call Out)
- Frankfort Sub District: 26 Trucks (Full Call Out)
INDOT urges motorists to closely monitor forecasts and adjust holiday travel to avoid higher-impact timeframes during the storm, which are anticipated Thursday evening through Friday morning in most areas. Travel impacts may linger through Saturday in the northern part of the state. Avoiding travel will keep drivers safe at home and give plow trucks room to work safely and complete their routes as quickly as possible.
If travel is absolutely necessary, slow down, increase following distance, don’t crowd plow trucks, allow extra time to reach your destination, and pack an emergency kit with supplies such as blankets, extra clothing, snacks, water and a phone charger.
Monitor real-time travel conditions and view traffic and snow plow cameras online at 511in.org or via INDOT’s TrafficWise app. Regular updates will also be shared on INDOT’s social media channels. Check for travel advisories in your area at in.gov/dhs/traveladvisory.