Snow crews treated roads overnight as about half an inch of snow fell in Lexington. A winter weather advisory remains in effect until this afternoon with the expectation of additional snow showers and some accumulation.
Lexington Police reported four traffic collisions and one motorist assistance in the early morning hours. Motorists are urged to drive with caution as temperatures stay below freezing this weekend. Watch for slick areas, especially on overpasses and untreated roadways.
With the arrival of winter weather, the Community Emergency Winter Weather Plan for shelters has been activated. The plan will remain active through the morning of Monday, Jan. 18. and may be extended at that time. Shelters have added capacity, but the process to access shelter has changed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Anyone in need of information and/or shelter can call the street outreach team at (859) 513-9199 until 10 p.m. From 10 p.m. until 8 a.m., call (859) 494-0470. Anyone needing shelter in the surrounding counties can go to uwbg211.org.
How to stay informed during the winter season
Website: Get the most up-to-date information about the measures the City is taking to ensure the wellness and safety of our residents at lexingtonky.gov/snowupdates.
Social media: Get information on accidents, lane blockages, snow-and-ice trouble spots and road closures through the City’s Twitter accounts at @lexwrecks and @lexkypolice. General information, including, emergency and time-sensitive information, is available on the City’s Facebook and Twitter accounts.
Traffic cameras: Traffic at major intersections can be viewed in real time through the City’s traffic cameras at lexingtonky.gov/traffic.
