Champaign, IL – Snow is creating hazardous driving conditions early Monday across east central Illinois, with visibility reduced to less than a mile in some areas, according to the National Weather Service in Lincoln.
At 4:05 a.m., webcams from the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) showed snow-covered roads on major routes, including Interstate 57 near Champaign, Interstate 74 near Mahomet, and Route 136 through Danville and Rantoul.
Forecasters reported snowfall rates between ½ and ¾ inch per hour continuing through the early morning, leading to slick travel and visibility down to ¾ mile in Champaign. Drivers are urged to slow down, use caution, and check road conditions before heading out by visiting GettingAroundIllinois.com.
The heaviest snow is expected to taper off after 6 a.m., though icy patches and low visibility may linger into the morning commute.
Officials remind travelers to allow extra time and prepare for winter driving conditions across east central Illinois counties including Champaign, Vermilion, and Piatt.
