MoDOT/Southwest Travel Advisory: For Tuesday into Wednesday, Feb. 26-2‏

Southwest District Office 417.895.7600   February 26, 2013   MoDOT/Southwest Travel Advisory: For Tuesday into Wednesday, Feb. 26-2   * Major roads are clear with crews working to clear all minor roads in southwest Missouri * More light snow predicted overnight with blowing snow could cover roads once again Tuesday into Wednesday Weather Conditions: Most of the heavy snow fall has moved out of the area and temperatures remain around the freezing mark. Additional light snow is predicted Tuesday night into Wednesday morning with one to three inches possible along the Route 54 corridor with a dusting to an inch south of Route 54. Travel Conditions: Drivers are urged to use extreme caution when traveling overnight Tuesday into Wednesday. Additional snow will cause roads to become covered again. In some areas, blowing snow also may cause roads to become covered. Road Clearing: Snow coupled with temperatures near the freezing mark have allowed MoDOT crews to make steady progress clearing roadways during the day Tuesday. Full to partial snow-clearing crews will stay on the job Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. Crews will plow roads as necessary and treat areas that may refreeze overnight. Driveways: As crews plow roads, driveways and other entrances may become blocked by snow. Here are some useful tips for keeping driveways clear of snow: http://www.modot.org/road_conditions/keepdrivewayclear.htm Winter Weather Driving Tips: * Buckle up. * Adjust your speed to conditions. * Stay at least 100 feet behind a truck plowing/salting the road. * Keep your windshield and other windows clear to help you see. * Be alert for road conditions that may change as you drive. * Don't tailgate. * Focus on driving and avoid distractions. * Allow for extra travel time if you must travel. Road Condition Information: * MoDOT Customer Service: 1-888-275-6636 * MoDOT Traveler Information map: http://maps.modot.mo.gov/timi/

Traffic lights not working right.

The Traffic lights at the corner of Fran and Ft.Scott/52 Highway in Butler are not working properly them keep flashing red. MoDot has been advised and should be fixing them soon. Please be aware of this if you travel in this area.

Updated on School and Business Closings Tomorrow 2/27/13

Country Mart closing at 3pm Tuesday, February 26th

Updated: 2:25 pm Feb 26, 2013

Cancellations for Wednesday, February 27^th 
*Adrian School

*Bates Country Industries

*Appleton City

*Miami

Cancellations for Thursday Feb 28th
*Butler Senior Center 15th Birthday Celebration
*MOKAN Livestock Auction Thursday Sale Rescheduled for Saturday March 2nd 

*All School closing are brought to you by FM.92.1 and their current weather sponsors*

• SEVERE WEATHER SPONSORS 
• Heartland of Willow Lane
• Bates County Dental Center
• Bates County Memorial Hospital
• (Family Care Clinic)
• Wilson's Tire Butler and Nevada

Snow Fall Totals in the area

 There is suppose to be another 1 -3 inches tonight for Butler. Please use caution if you have to be out and about. Your best bet would be stay home if you can.



Courtesy of Bates County Emergency Management

Country Mart Closing Early today

Country Mart Grocery Store in Butler will be closing today Tuesday February 26, 2013 at 3:00pm. Due to inclement weather.

From the Bates County Sheriffs Office

Bates County is experiencing large amounts of power outages in the region. Be advised that this will take long periods of time to get all the power restored to the people. You should be prepared for extreme cold and just because you have power now may not mean you will have power later. We encourage people to check the welfare of people in rural areas.



Courtesy of Chad Anderson

Update from Osage Valley

Update: We have nearly 4000 without power. We have restored power to many but the wind is causing more outages. One step forward, two steps backward. Progress is very slow due to the conditions. Additional crews are coming in but we want to warn members that outage times may be lengthy. We cannot assure everyone at this time that we will have everyone's power restored today.

Adrian School Closed Tomorrow

Adrian R-3 School will be closed tomorrow 2/27/13 due to inclement weather. Bates County Live along with FM. 92.1 will keep you updated on all closings.