Fort Wayne, IN – Heavy snow and ice have created hazardous travel conditions across northern Indiana Friday, leading to multiple crashes and slide-offs on major highways, including I-69.
According to the US National Weather Service Northern Indiana, motorists are urged to drive slowly—or avoid travel altogether—as snow continues to fall and roadways remain slick. Visibility is limited in many areas due to blowing snow.
Meteorologist Liz Braden in Fort Wayne reported widespread slide-offs and delays, noting that average speeds on I-69 dropped to between 25 and 35 mph when vehicles weren’t stopped entirely. “There are slide-offs everywhere,” Braden said in a Friday afternoon update, warning that snow will continue to pick up through the evening hours.
Authorities are advising residents to stay home if possible, as emergency crews respond to multiple incidents across Allen and DeKalb counties. Drivers already on the road are reminded to slow down, increase following distances, and be prepared for icy patches, especially on bridges and ramps.
Forecasters expect snow to continue through tonight before tapering early Saturday morning. Travel conditions may remain difficult overnight as temperatures stay below freezing.
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