Boone County is dealing with severe winter weather, causing hazardous roads and disruptions to daily life. Authorities urge residents to stay home. The Highway Department is using 22 trucks and graders, along with smaller vehicles, to keep main routes open, according to a recent county update.
According to Boone County, South of County Road 500 South, snow has created dangerous driving conditions, with low visibility, high drifts, and some blocked roads. County Commissioner Scott Pell, who rode along with a plow truck, said, "It’s all hands on deck to get these roads cleared, but they’re fighting a losing battle right now." Crews are working 12-hour shifts to keep up with the ongoing snowfall and shifting winds.
Boone County is under an Orange Travel Status, signaling serious public safety risks and advising travel only for work or emergencies. Officials emphasize that roads must remain clear for plows, and stranded vehicles can slow cleanup efforts.
Pell warned that if residents travel during the storm and get stranded, it creates additional problems for both the Highway and Sheriff’s Departments, slowing down plowing. He urged people to stay home and let crews work while keeping safe and warm.
County officials will provide updates as crews work to clear Boone County roads. Residents are urged to follow warnings, follow emergency plans if needed, and stay off the roads until conditions improve.
