KYTC Weather Update

KY 819 (at the 5 MM) and KY 373 in Lyon County, which were previously blocked by downed trees tangled in power lines, have been cleared. 

Crews in Crittenden, Livingston, Lyon and McCracken counties have been clearing trees and limbs fallen by heavy ice and pushing them to the side of the roadway. This allows crews to clear and open highways as quickly as possible so motorists can continue moving safely through the area. 

Highway crews will return in a few days to remove those cut-up trees and limbs from right-of-way.

As temperatures fell below freezing overnight, crews were on standby and had trucks rolling out very early Monday morning as freezing rain or snow moves in across the region. Crews have been focusing first on spot-treating bridges and overpasses while the snow accumulates enough to allow plowing.

The National Weather Service reported plunging temperatures would likely cause refreezing of roadways, even where melting occurred Sunday afternoon. Wind gusts could cause snow drifts, and some overnight power outages were possible. 

Driving conditions remain hazardous and we strongly advise against unnecessary travel.

Motorists who plan to be out in the early morning hours on Monday should wear clothing appropriate for the extreme conditions, pack an emergency car kit, and be sure their vehicle is functioning properly to reduce the likelihood of becoming stranded in the cold.

Maintain a safe distance from snowplows and other heavy highway equipment and do not pass snowplows on the shoulder.

The U.S. 45 Ohio River "Brookport" Bridge in Paducah is closed to all traffic until further notice.  Motorists should detour via the Interstate 24 Ohio River Bridge.