Jefferson City, MO – Drivers across Missouri are being urged to slow down and avoid unnecessary travel Wednesday morning as snow-covered and partially covered roads create hazardous driving conditions across large portions of the state.
According to the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT), many roadways in northwest Missouri and southern Missouri are currently covered or partially covered with snow following overnight and early morning snowfall. Conditions may change rapidly as additional waves of snow move through the region.
MoDOT officials say drivers should remain alert, reduce speeds, and be prepared for slick spots—especially on bridges, overpasses, and rural highways. Even roads that appear mostly clear may quickly deteriorate as snowfall intensifies between weather bands.
A statewide road conditions map released Wednesday morning shows multiple highways marked as covered, partially covered, or mostly clear, depending on location. Interstate routes, including stretches of I-29, I-44, and I-49, are among those impacted, particularly outside major metro areas.
Transportation crews are actively treating roads, but MoDOT emphasizes that plows may not immediately keep pace with accumulating snow during heavier bursts. Motorists are encouraged to give plow trucks plenty of space and avoid sudden braking or lane changes.
Travelers can check the most up-to-date road conditions by visiting traveler.modot.org, which provides live highway maps, camera views, and incident updates across Missouri.
Drivers with flexible schedules are encouraged to delay trips until conditions improve later today. Those who must travel should allow extra time, keep emergency supplies in their vehicles, and monitor local weather alerts.
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