Lafayette, IN – Winter weather continues to disrupt travel across north-central Indiana today, with state troopers handling more than 120 service calls as blowing and drifting snow creates hazardous road conditions along I-65 and surrounding highways.
According to the Indiana State Police–Lafayette District, troopers responded to 121 calls for service between 11 a.m. Wednesday and 11 a.m. Thursday. That includes 59 slide-offs and 33 crashes throughout Tippecanoe County and nearby areas, many tied to rapidly changing visibility and slick pavement.
State police said that while snowfall eased this morning, travel conditions remain far from normal. Blowing and drifting snow—especially north of Lafayette on I-65—continues to reduce visibility, creating sudden whiteout pockets that have contributed to many of the crashes reported in the district. Dispatchers and support staff have also been working continuously to coordinate responses as calls steadily came in.
Road crews have made progress clearing major routes, but troopers warn that even improved roads can become slick without warning. Drivers should expect shifting conditions through the afternoon as strong winds push snow back across pavement.
According to police, anyone who must travel today should take additional precautions, including slowing down, increasing following distance, and watching for patches of ice that may appear unexpectedly. Troopers also advise motorists to be prepared to stop suddenly if visibility deteriorates.
ISP is urging the public to stay alert, avoid unnecessary travel, and make safe driving decisions while crews continue working to stabilize road conditions.
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