Severe winter weather has prompted the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) to close eastbound I-70 in Ellsworth County between mile markers 224 and 227. The closure was implemented due to multiple slide-offs, crashes, and deteriorating conditions caused by freezing drizzle.
Salina311 spoke with KDOT to gain insight into the decision-making process for closing highways. KDOT explained that they rely on multiple pieces of data, including reports of accidents and communications with the Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP), to determine when a closure is necessary.
Motorists are advised to anticipate additional closures as the winter storm continues to impact the area. Road conditions are expected to worsen, and drivers are urged to use caution.
For the latest updates on road closures and conditions, visit KanDrive.gov or call 511 within Kansas. Those outside Kansas can call 866-511-5368.
Stay safe and plan travel accordingly during this hazardous weather event.
Accident at Holmes & Crawford
A semi-truck is unable to make it up the hill to the I-70 onramp on Ohio Street due to the challenging weather and road conditions.
