Snowstorm affecting central Illinois

A significant snowstorm is affecting central Illinois this weekend. Residents of our area are being encouraged to stay off the roads if at all possible, but if you must get behind the wheel please take it slowly, allow extra time to reach your destination and give other drivers plenty of room. Below are some links to helpful information for weathering the storm.

National Weather Service office in Lincoln: https://www.weather.gov/ilx/

Illinois Department of Transportation road conditions: https://www.gettingaroundillinois.com/winterconditions/

Winter driving tips from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: https://www.nhtsa.gov/winter-driving-tips

Winter storm preparedness information: https://ready.illinois.gov/hazards/winterstorms.html

American Red Cross tips for keeping pets safe in winter weather: https://www.redcross.org/about-us/news-and-events/news/Winter-Safety-Tips-for-Your-Pets.html