MODOT reminds drivers to travel safely this winter
The Missouri Department of Travel’s website has guidance for drivers as winter weather creeps into…
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Winter watches, warnings, and advisories
There’s a lot of watches, warnings, and advisories to keep track of throughout a year. Even just in the winter months, it can get a little…
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Snow on your car? That’s a recipe for liability in a crash.
Winter weather brings a lot of changes to daily life, and one major change is in the way we drive. Snow causes many issues for drivers and brings…
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Crews prepare for winter weather and slick roadways amid COVID-19
Columbia Public Works and Boone County Road and Bridge have been preparing for winter weather and the work that comes along with it.…
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Jefferson City and Cole County Public Works Departments say winter weather staffing amid COVID is a major concern
This year presents different challenges for both public works departments, but of the major concerns both are working to address is staffing issues…
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La Nina pattern to drive winter weather in Mid-Missouri
We’re wrapping up a fairly variable fall after coming warmer and wetter than average in September, and finishing October cool and drier. November…
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Mid-Missouri schools plan for snow days amid COVID-19 pandemic
Columbia Public Schools spokeswoman Michelle Baumstark said CPS will still have snow days for students and staff even if students are learning…
Continue Reading Local transportation agencies weigh in on supplies and COVID-19 concerns
As the first snow of 2020 is now here and the effects of COVID-19 still hitting business and some industries, three local transportation agencies…
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WEATHER ALERT DAY: Light precipitation overnight, Tuesday morning slick spots
MONDAY EVENING UPDATE Light drizzle is coming down from Columbia to Jefferson City before 7:00 PM with the steadier rainfall south of Highway 54.…
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Reports of icy conditions in Boone County on Monday morning
Boone County first responders said five vehicles were involved in a weather-related crash near…
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Slick conditions across mid-Missouri
As a freezing rain mix comes down in mid-Missouri, drivers could see slick…
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Highway patrol: Slow down and look ahead in slick conditions
Missouri State Highway Patrol troopers were sent to 59 crashes Wednesday — more than in any of the four previous winter weather events this year. …
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Weather Alert Day: Tracking accumulating snow left this morning
Synopsis: The ABC 17 Stormtrack Weather team has issued a Weather Alert Day into Wednesday morning. Light snow accumulation is expected overnight,…
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Tracking accumulating light snow overnight into Wednesday morning
TONIGHT: Mostly cloudy with light snow showers. Most areas end up with a trace to 2″, with the highest amounts north of I-70. Lows in the upper 20s.…
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Tracking snow chances with slippery conditions expected
TUESDAY: Light rain will linger into the early parts of the day, becoming a bit steadier this afternoon. We may try to mix in a few snowflakes…
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Tracking rain and snow tomorrow night into Wednesday
TONIGHT: Mostly cloudy with scattered showers. Lows in the mid-30s. TUESDAY: Scattered showers and chilly. Highs in the upper 30s. Rain changes to…
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Crews respond to poor driving conditions, warn of slick roads
Local officials are warning drivers to stay in Wednesday night with slick conditions reported around…
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Expected temperature drop worries road crews
As winter weather moves through Mid-Missouri, officials are starting to get worried about a drop in temperature that could lead to slippery roads…
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MU officials: Private shuttle service plans to run despite extreme cold
After a private shuttle company caused the University of Missouri to shut down in 2019, MU officials say they are prepared to run in the cold…
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Snow days to push back end of year at Columbia, Jefferson City schools
Many Mid-Missouri schools have been forced to cancel school more than three times because of winter storms this…
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