Livingston County, MI – Drivers across Livingston County can resume normal travel today after the sheriff officially lifted the countywide travel advisory following winter weather impacts.
According to the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office, Sheriff Thomas J. Dougherty lifted the travel advisory effective 1:10 p.m. Monday, January 26, 2026, confirming there are currently no active travel advisories in effect anywhere in Livingston County.
Officials said while the advisory has ended, some hazardous conditions may still exist in isolated areas. Snow-covered roads combined with icy patches could still pose risks, especially on secondary roads and less-traveled routes. Drivers are urged to slow down, allow extra travel time, and remain alert for vehicles stuck or disabled along roadways.
The sheriff’s office emphasized that the advisory level previously in effect was the lowest level, known as a Travel Advisory, which is intended to notify the public of potential hazards while leaving travel decisions up to individual drivers. No road closures related to the advisory are currently in place.
Residents are also reminded to yield to snowplows when encountered and to keep a safe following distance, as crews may still be working in some areas to clear remaining snow and improve road conditions.
Livingston County is located northwest of the Detroit metro area and includes communities such as Howell, Brighton, and Pinckney. The county has experienced several rounds of winter weather in recent days, prompting officials to issue and later lift travel advisories as conditions evolved.
Authorities say they will continue monitoring road and weather conditions and will issue updates if travel conditions deteriorate again.
Drivers are encouraged to check local road conditions and weather forecasts before heading out, especially during evening and overnight hours when refreezing may occur.
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