11:11 a.m. | One final band of snow reaching from Orrick to Overland Park will potentially bring an additional half-inch of snow.
There is one last band of heavy snow extending from Orrick to Overland Park. It will move southwest and out of the city by noon. If you are in this band a new 1/2" of snow is possible.@kshb41 pic.twitter.com/lgGPYkUA7S
— Jeff Penner (@JeffPennerKSHB) January 15, 2022
Early this morning, crews were at Kansas City International Airport to prepare for flights ahead of tomorrow's Chiefs vs. Steelers game.
Crews from the @KCMO Aviation Department & airlines were out before dawn today to tackle the snow storm. The safety of aircraft and the traveling public is high-priority for this team. The airfield will be ready for the Steelers to arrive for their bout with the @Chiefs! pic.twitter.com/JjrfqGiUId
— Kansas City International Airport (@KCIAirport) January 15, 2022
8:45 a.m. | State-operated COVID-19 testing events in Missouri have been canceled in the Kansas City area, according to the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services due to weather conditions.
Before heading to a testing event, the community is asked to check the event's status on theDHSS website.
In Edgerton, Missouri, a snow event has been declared, and officials warn that any vehicles not moved off the street within two hours may be towed.
7:44 a.m. | According to KSHB 41 Meteorologist Jeff Penner, snowfall will stop between 10 a.m. and noon.
Back edge of the accumulating snow is moving south-southwest at 25 mph. This puts the end of the accumulating snow 10 AM-Noon.@kshb41 pic.twitter.com/UF2kgAiK9c
— Jeff Penner (@JeffPennerKSHB) January 15, 2022
Over the next few hours, temperatures will drop to between 15-20 degrees, and winds will blow at 40 mph.
Snow drifts of up to six inches have been spotted in some locations due to the wind.
In Independence, crews will finish primary and secondary roads throughout the day before treating residential streets during the evening and overnight.
6:58 a.m. | KDOT told KSHB 41 that 33 snowplows are working to improve streets in the area.
Delaney Tholan with KDOT said that they have been understaffed which is impacting the snow removal process.
She asks drivers to be cautious and remember that snowplows are typically driving under the speed limit and cannot always see other drivers.
Overland Park officials say that the city is also dealing with staffing shortages and ask the community to be patient as roads are treated.
“We will get to you, it may just take a little longer” @megmralph shares Overland Park is also dealing with staffing issues, as several places are, and asks residents to be patient as crews treat roads this weekend
— Rae Daniel (@RAEtheReporter) January 15, 2022
Kansas City, Missouri, Mayor Quinton Lucas took time to thank city workers for their help responding to the snow storm overnight.
Most Kansas Citians recognize our folks working hard on the plows out there, particularly with crews having been out all night and soon all day!
Exceptional service delivery is a priority for our residents—rain or shine or snow! We can’t do it without Kansas City’s workers. https://t.co/YIInNdrvF9 pic.twitter.com/muCvbXtT5F
— Mayor Q (@QuintonLucasKC) January 15, 2022
According to RideKC, buses are on possible delays of 30-60 minutes due to road conditions and staffing issues. Buses are driving their normal routes.
RideKC Micro Transit in Johnson County is expecting 30-60 minute delays as well.
5:46 a.m. | An overnight storm brought snowfall and slick conditions to the Kansas City area.
2-5 inches of snow are forecasted according to KSHB 41 Chief Meteorologist Gary Lezak.
2" already in Kansas City north! The inverted trough is hanging strong east of KC. Another 2 - 4 inches is likely. pic.twitter.com/rX4uEnlNZV
— Gary Lezak (@glezak) January 15, 2022
According to MoDotand KanDrive, roads in the Kansas City area are currently covered or partially covered with snow.
More snow is expected over the course of the morning.
It’s 5:30 a.m. and I scraped 2 inches of snow off the news car at @KSHB41 on @ThePlazaKC in @KCMO. @JeffPennerKSHB says expect more snow to fall throughout the morning. I’ll be around town checking conditions. pic.twitter.com/nM5fEm22bM
— Charlie Keegan (@CharlieKeegan41) January 15, 2022
