Winter Weather Archives

Mid-Missouri reminded to keep hydrants clear, move cars ahead of winter storm

February 1, 2022 11:59 AM Erika McGuire

Parking in front of a snow-covered fire hydrant or along a priority road in Columbia could land drivers a ticket or a tow during this week’s snowstorm.

Animal advocates stress pet safety ahead of Mid-Missouri snowstorm

February 1, 2022 12:19 PM Joushua Blount

Animal-welfare organizations are asking pet owners to take steps to make sure their animals are warm and safe ahead of a major winter storm that could dump more than a foot of snow on Mid-Missouri and drop temperatures into the teens and single digits.

Officials tell residents to prep early before the incoming snowstorm

February 1, 2022 5:25 AM Meghan Drakas

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) On Monday afternoon, the city of Columbia sent out a release, warning of the dangers of the upcoming storm and telling residents they should prepare early before the severe weather hits the area. Columbia said residents should run errands and shop for groceries early to avoid traveling during the bad weather. The

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Are you looking forward to this week’s snowstorm?

February 1, 2022 1:51 AM ABC 17 News Team

Mid-Missouri will be covered with several inches of snow this week, maybe even a foot or more.

Jefferson City Public Works prepares for days-long winter storm

January 31, 2022 11:10 AM Hannah Falcon

Mid-Missouri is expecting to get several inches of snow this week, which may make for unsafe road conditions.

Public works crews in Columbia/Boone County prepare ahead of our next winter storm

January 31, 2022 5:51 PM Chanel Porter

Boone County crews are preparing for snow, freezing rain and dangerously low temperatures.

Remote operations and classes for Wednesday and Thursday for the University of Missouri system

January 31, 2022 3:29 PM Karl Wehmhoener

The University of Missouri System and the MU campus will move to remote operations and classes for Wednesday and Thursday due to winter weather.

Snow may have been a shock for some but Columbia Public Works came prepared

January 27, 2022 7:09 PM Kennedy Miller

Some drivers may have been caught off guard by the snowfall this morning but Columbia Public Works certainly wasn’t.

Overnight warming center at Wabash Bus Station to open Friday night

January 28, 2022 9:15 AM Molly Stawinoga

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Wabash Bus Station is set to open as a temporary overnight warming center Friday, according to a release from the City of Columbia. In the release, the city said the warming center, located at 126 N. 10th St., will be open from 7 p.m. Friday to 6 a.m. Saturday. The city

Emergency crews respond to nearly two dozen crashes in Columbia on Thursday morning

January 27, 2022 6:14 AM Zachary Farwell

BOONE COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) 8:45 a.m. Update: Emergency crews responded to nearly two dozen crashes around Columbia on Thursday morning. According to the Columbia Fire Department, firefighters worked 20 crashes with other local departments between 5:30 to 7:55 a.m. That included a crash involving several vehicles on Highway 63 at Rolling Hills Road. Firefighters said

Shelters prepare food and warmth as temperatures continue to drop Tuesday night

January 25, 2022 6:22 PM Chanel Porter

The City of Columbia is opening a temporary overnight warming center at Wabash Bus Station Tuesday night.

WEATHER ALERT DAY: Tracking another morning with single-digit temperatures

January 17, 2022 10:28 PM Kevin Schneider

Temperatures have dropped and clouds exited as Arctic high pressure begins to settle over the Midwest for the rest of the work week, giving us some of the coolest air of the season so far. THURSDAY AFTERNOON UPDATE: Wind chills are in the single digits, and this is still expected to be the worst of

City of Columbia Utility drive thru sign on 8th Street.

Energy assistance critical for many as extreme cold blankets area

January 20, 2022 11:51 AM Erika McGuire

Families struggling to cover the cost of utility bills can possibly face utility disconnection which results in the loss of heat during the coldest time of the year.

Columbia City Council continues to discuss possible change for the temperature threshold to open emergency warming shelters

January 19, 2022 5:32 PM Chanel Porter

The Columbia City Council agreed Tuesday night to delay the discussion on changing the temperature threshold to open emergency warming shelters until they receive input from experts.

Salvation Army expects to reopen warming shelter in Jefferson City after COVID-19 closure

January 17, 2022 12:13 PM Zachary Farwell

A spokesman said the Salvation Army’s Center of Hope Shelter was isolated over the weekend because of COVID-19. The organization teamed up with other local groups to provide overnight shelter at Building Community Bridges over the weekend.

Columbia still dealing with leftover impacts from Saturday’s winter weather

January 16, 2022 4:17 AM Ben Fein

Drivers in Columbia will still want to be cognizant, as leftover snow and ice from Saturday’s winter weather storm are still impacting some roads in the city.

Stuck in black ice? Here’s what to do

January 15, 2022 8:18 PM Kennedy Miller

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ.) Slippery and slushy roads conditions aren’t the only issue Missourians will have to deal with tonight. As temperatures begin to drop below 20 degrees, Missouri Public Works is warning people to be attentive and drive slow. “Don’t assume that the roads are clear, there some drying occurring but temperatures are falling and

Road crews remind drivers to watch out for the possible refreeze from the melted snow

January 15, 2022 9:48 PM Joushua Blount

Columbia, Mo (KMIZ) Snow has filled the Mid-Missouri roads and has now turned into slush. The weather conditions has kept the Missouri Highway Patrol and the Jefferson City Public Works busy keeping the roadways clear but refreeze is now a concern. Highway 63 and other priority roadways are clear, but the Missouri Highway Patrol still

PHOTOS: Snow falls in Mid-Missouri

January 15, 2022 11:01 AM ABC 17 News Team

Photos of Mid-Missouri snowfall on Jan. 15, 2022.

WEATHER UPDATES: Basketball games at Harrisburg High School canceled due to snow

January 15, 2022 5:50 AM Zachary Farwell

Check back for updates about the winter storm.