SOUTHERN INDIANA — Snow and ice contributed to multiple wrecks and calls for service, as Clark and Floyd counties remained under a travel warning through noon Tuesday.

A winter storm struck Southern Indiana on Sunday and Monday morning, dumping 8 or more inches of snow in some areas. Jeffersonville and Charlestown were under states of emergency through Monday night, as officials urged motorists to stay off the roadways.

Gavan Hebner, Clark County’s Emergency Management director, said the level red advisory is the highest warning.

The advisory was placed due to the roads being slick and covered in ice and snow, making travel dangerous. Residents of Southern Indiana are advised to stay home and avoid unnecessary travel. As of Monday morning, it is too early to tell when the advisory will be dropped.

“We’re getting reports from the County Highway and Street Department and tracking where they’re at on clearing the roads,” Hebner said. “The State Highway Department, they’re out hitting the main interstates.”

Clark County Emergency Management Services reported that there were 95 motorist assists, nine accidents and 15 traffic hazards as of Monday afternoon.

Much like Clark County, Floyd County is under a travel advisory. Kent Barrow, Floyd County’s Emergency Management director, said that the roads were in horrible condition Monday afternoon and residents need to stay home and stay warm. Floyd County had 13 trucks out working on clearing roads.

“I’m not saying they can’t travel, I’m just saying they need to travel very cautiously,” Barrow added. “Give plenty of room to the road crews. Those trucks slide off the roads too.”

Both counties had no reports of power outages as of Monday morning. If a power outage does happen, Floyd County will set up warming stations at the Georgetown, Highlander, Greenville and New Albany Township fire departments.

Over the next few days, both directors advise residents to stay indoors as much as possible. For those who have to get out and travel for work, make sure to wear appropriate clothing.

Those with elderly neighbors are encouraged to check in on them and make sure that they are staying warm and safe.

“The roads are very slick and hazardous,” Barrow said. “If you have to get out and drive to work, be cautious and give yourself plenty of time.”

To help those who need it in Charlestown, Mayor Treva Hodges activated the Charlestown Care Network. This connects volunteers with those in need during the winter storm.

It is for residents of Charlestown who are elderly, disabled or need assistance of picking up a prescription, delivering groceries, helping remove debris/snow from your property and more.

For those who need assistance, go to https://form.jotform.com/250052997679169 Those who would like to volunteer can go to https://form.jotform.com/250053943914153

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