Woodstock, IL – Drivers in McHenry County are being urged to use extreme caution today as ice-covered roads create hazardous travel conditions across the region.
According to the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office, many roadways throughout the county have become “very slick” due to accumulating ice. Deputies are advising residents to avoid travel unless absolutely necessary and to reduce speed significantly if they must be on the road.
The alert comes as freezing conditions continue across northern Illinois, creating a dangerous glaze on both major highways and neighborhood streets. Commuters in cities such as Crystal Lake, McHenry, Woodstock, and Cary may experience longer travel times, skidding, and difficulty stopping on untreated pavement.
Officials did not specify when conditions are expected to improve, but temperatures across the region are expected to remain below freezing through the morning and early afternoon. Drivers are encouraged to allow extra time, maintain longer following distances, and keep headlights on when navigating icy routes.
Law enforcement in surrounding areas across Lake County and Kane County have issued similar cautions as the broader Chicagoland region experiences widespread slick spots.
The Sheriff’s Office stressed that limiting road travel today will help reduce crashes and allow crews to continue treating priority routes throughout McHenry County.
Residents are encouraged to check local weather updates, watch for emergency notices, and report significant road hazards when safe to do so.
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