Today, our snow should be over with. Winter weather advisories and winter storm warnings continue through 9 oclock this morning. There are some slick roads so make sure youre driving cautiously temperatures are in the upper teens and lower 20s. The dayplanner shows that temperatures are going to stay in the lower 20s through most of the and iowa dot has some tips to share with drivers that will allow highways to be plowed more efficiently. We do the primary highways so in this area that would be interstate 29, us20, us75 and iowa 12, said schultz. Winter storms have hit the siouxland area and iowa dot would like drivers to utilize some safety precaustions before deciding to travel on snowy roads. The Department Says that for everyones sake, it would be best not to be on the roads if you dont have to. Travel when the better, but if you do come across the snow plows. Give them plenty of space, said schultz. Dakin schultz also drive slow because visibility for snow plow operators is limit
Want to give them plenty of distance. Operator is everything in front said schultz. For more the conditions of highways, you could always call 511 or visit iowa dot dot gov for traffic information or live time photos cf road conditions. Bria dot will continue to plow highways as we are expected to receive snow all the way up until tomorrow the way up untilt tomorrow morning. Reporting live in jenna and slick roads have caused a number of accidents already in the metro this year. Todays ststm marks the sih time the sioux city metro has received more than a half inch of snow this winter. According to the Sioux City Police department, the city averages between ten and 15 crashes on an average winter day, however there are a number of factors that make a day more prone to crashes. So far this year, the city says the most crashes back on november 20th, which was the first snowfall of the winter. That day there re 36 wrecks in town. So far today reported to police. Jenna our elisa raffa has
New information about a fiery accident near fort dodge on christmas day. A go fund me account says a family of five was hit by a jeep, after the jeep drifted across the center line and struck their pickup. The account set up by a Family Member says they are hoping for a christmas miracle. No word on their conditions at this time. A link for the account is on our website, kcci. Com. Right now, the Newton Police are asking for your help locating this girl. 12yearold Charlene Brown is missing. Police say she is 5 feet, 2 inches tall and about 135 pounds. Charlene has brown hair and brown eyes. And she was last seen wearing white and blue flannel pajamas. She is believed to be with noncustodial family. If you have any information, please, contact the Newton Police department at 6417910850. A former lottery official, convicted of fraud here in iowa, is now under investigation in maine. Officials in maine have forwarded the names of hot Lotto Eddie Tipton has any connections to the winners.
I 80 westbound is partially snowcovered. Right now, it is 24 degrees. With light snow coming down. Were going to end up with a half inch of snow. Should be out of here by noon. It is going to be a cold one with highs near 26. Elizabeth make sure you keep an eye on 511ia. Org. Give yourself some time because the roads will be slippery. To our big stories now authorities are still asking for your help to find a missing 12yearold girl from newton. Police say Charlene Brown left voluntarily on Christmas Day. Authorities have issued warrants for her mother misty shaver who does not have custody of charlene and her mothers investigators think shaver and carlton may be taking her to texas. If you have any information call newton police. A farmer in Guthrie County may be out 2000 this morning after , one of his cattle was stolen and butchered. Deputies were investigating a breakin when they found blood and part of the cow carcass. Police believe the thieves slaughtered the cow on the property.
Living under warning. Missouri is grappling with what officials there are calling historic white house conditions from the northeast to the midwest. Thousands of travelers are stranded. We dont even know if we are going to get on a flight. George pataki announced the suspension of his campaign and donald trump is ramping up his fight against hillary. Madam president , can you imagine . If it has to be a woman, which im all in favor one day, it shouldnt be hillary. The u. S. Military says Iranian Naval vessels conducted rocket tests near u. S. War strips in the strait of hormuz. A 4. 4 magnitude earthquake widely fel across southern california. Everything started shaking really bad. The fbi is investigating the fatal crash of a plane into an Anchorage Office building. Sixth floor. Iron mike tysyn on his sons hoverboard and the latest to hit the deck. Might come out with big moves. In rhode island. My brother and i will whoop both of their booties if we ever step in the ring with them. G