ISP Weather Advisory 02-21

The 11 county coverage area of the Indiana State Police post in Fort Wayne is currently experiencing blowing snow with limited visibility in many areas. I-69 and I-469 are snow and slush covered in most areas and other State and Federal Highways are also snow and ice covered in most areas. The secondary roadways are snow and ice covered, and very hazardous.

Troopers are currently working both slide offs and vehicle crashes, at least two of which involve personal injury in various areas across the District. Please do not call law enforcement dispatch centers looking for road and weather information. That information can be obtained by calling (800) 261-7623 or by going to INDOT'S website, www.TrafficWise.in.gov.

* Allow extra time to get to your destination.
* Clear all windows of ice and snow and remove snow from hood, roof, head lights and tail lights.
* Beware of bridges, underpasses, shaded areas and intersections where ice is slow to melt.
* Slow down to increase traction; don't use cruise control on slick roads.
* Avoid abrupt stops and starts, slow down gradually and keep wheels turning to avoid losing traction.
* Use low beam headlights to decrease glare from ice.