Here is the current situation report from EMA.
Customers without electric;
REMC – 300
Duke – 0
Current Stats;
Temp – -7
wind chill – -34
Snow has stopped, but winds at 29 mph with 41 mph gusts
Blowing snow whiteouts and ice are biggest issues on the road.
DECATUR COUNTY REMAINS IN A TRAVEL WATCH (Orange)
WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7:00 PM EST THIS EVENING…
* WHAT…Dangerous Cold. Gusty winds resulting in blowing and drifting snow.
* WHERE…Portions of central, east central, north central and west central Indiana.
* WHEN…Until 7 PM EST this evening.
* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The
dangerously cold wind chills can cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Dangerously cold wind chill of -25 to -35 will be common today. Wind chills as low as -40 will be possible.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
The latest road conditions for Indiana can be obtained by calling 1 800 261 7623