Jefferson City, MO – A powerful winter system that swept across Missouri on Sunday, December 1, resulted in hundreds of crashes, dozens of injuries, and one confirmed fatality, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP).
According to the agency’s Monday update, troopers from multiple regions — Troops A, B, C, D, F, H, and I — responded to 817 service calls, assisted 214 stranded motorists, and investigated 358 crashes. At least 41 people were injured, and one person was killed during the storm period.
The patrol shared a photo of a cruiser on a snow-covered roadway, urging residents to drive cautiously as roads remain slick and visibility limited. “Adjust your driving for the road conditions. Slow down and stay alert,” the department stated.
The early December storm blanketed much of the state with snow and ice, creating hazardous conditions on major highways including I-70 and I-44. Several counties reported vehicles sliding off roadways and extended response times for emergency crews.
Motorists are urged to allow extra travel time and keep emergency kits in vehicles as cold weather continues through the week.
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