Warmer temperatures help INDOT crews melt ice pack, but conditions could get worse before they get betterIndiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) crews have been spreading salt and calcium chloride to attack the hard-pack snow and ice that remains on the roads across Northeast Indiana, left behind by the severe winter weather. In addition, crews are…
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Mayor Terry McDonald Declares a “Snow Advisory” Level in New Haven
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Effective January 8, 2014 at 6:00 p.m.New Haven, Indiana – Mayor Terry McDonald of New Haven has downgraded the City of New Haven from a “Snow Watch” and declared a “Snow Advisory” (the lowest travel advisory level) in New Haven effective at 6:00 p.m. this evening. A “Snow Advisory” is the lowest travel advisory level.…
UPDATE: Dropped to Level 2, Sheriff says
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The Paulding County Sheriff’s Office made a statement saying the roads conditions brought the Weather Emergency down to a Level Two. This means you may travel, but you must be very careful and should travel on if necessary. Original Announcement: WEATHER EMERGENCY – ROAD CLOSURE Sheriff Jason K. Landers has issued a Level 3 Weather…
Many Indiana Counties Remain Under Travel Restrictions
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Bitterly Cold Temperatures, Strong Winds to Continue Through TuesdayThe Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) advises motorists that travel conditions tonight and tomorrow are expected to remain difficult, and they should abide by local travel advisories, avoiding travel if possible. All counties in Northeast Indiana remain under a “Watch” or “Warning” status, limiting travel to essential…
Road Conditions are Terrible!
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The continuation of the Level 3 snow emergency was questioned by some people wondering if it was still necessary to continue this. The answer is wholeheartedly, YES. Do not assume because your road is clear the next road will be fine. Even the ODOT and INDOT plows are having problems due to the high winds…
Travel in Many Indiana Counties Restricted to Emergencies Only
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Subzero Temperatures, Strong Winds Monday Will Make Driving DifficultFORT WAYNE, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) advises motorists that travel conditions tonight and tomorrow are expected to be difficult and to abide by local travel advisories, avoiding travel if possible. All counties in Northeast Indiana are currently under a “Watch” or “Warning” status,…
Sheriff: Level 2 Snow Emergency
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Travel is dangerous right now.Paulding County Sheriff Jason K. Landers has issued a Level 2 Road Advisory for Paulding County. This Level 2 Road Advisory means that roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow and most of the roadways could be icy. Only those individuals who feel it is necessity to travel should be…
UPDATED: Level 2 Snow Emergency CANCELLED
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Limit travel to what is necessary considering the conditions.As of 8:00 a.m. on January 3, 2014, Sheriff Jason K. Landers has lifted the Level 2 Road Advisory for Paulding County. This doesn’t mean that all of the roads are in the best condition at this time. There may possibly be a significant number of roads…
INDOT Maintains Full Callout of Plow Trucks
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Heavy snow and strong winds make for difficult driving conditions on most state roadsFORT WAYNE, Ind. – Heavy snowfall during the overnight and morning hours in the Northeast Indiana District of the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) has made for difficult driving conditions on most interstates, U.S. highways, and state routes across the area, despite…
***WINTER WEATHER UPDATE***
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Here’s a brief summary of what I expect to occur over the next few hours for the area:1.) Light to moderate snow will continue into the late morning, possibly early-afternoon, before tapering off. Some periods of heavier snow and reduced visibilities are possible, especially as the surface-low moves to our east, and causes some heavier…
Plan Ahead for a Snowy New Year’s Eve and Day on the Roads
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Much of Northeast Indiana & Northwest Ohio is under a Winter Weather AdvisoryFORT WAYNE, Ind. – As revelers prepare to usher in 2014, Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) crews are prepping for heavy snow that’s expected to fall beginning early this evening and through Thursday. Much of our Northeast Indiana District is under a Winter…
USA Team Ohio Snow Carvers Places 3rd in International Competition
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The USA Team Ohio Snow Carvers team from Paulding County placed 3rd in the double block competition. Prize money earned from the intense event was $1000. It was in the world class snow sculpting contest held in Frankenmuth, Michigan last week. They competed against teams from the US and, Canada, France, Mexico and other various…
