The morning commute in Omaha on Friday was slowed down by fluffy snowfall, blowing snow, and low visibility. Main streets were covered in snow, creating hazardous conditions for drivers. Some parts of the Omaha area experienced near-blizzard-like conditions as the snow continued to fall. Snow also covered neighboring streets, resulting in numerous school and business closures as well as snow-covered expressways and slick roads.
The situation was particularly dangerous on interstates, where traffic slowed to 30-40 miles per hour and visibility decreased. Crashes were reported on the westbound side of I-80, and travel advisories were issued for drivers. The blowing snow and drifts piled up throughout the metro, making it clear that the morning commute was going to be rough as the sun came up. Drivers were advised to give themselves extra time if they absolutely had to go out and to exercise caution on the roads.
Travel conditions across Nebraska and Iowa were closely monitored by the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) and the Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT). For the latest weather updates and to track the weather using an interactive radar, residents were directed to visit the respective websites. Overall, Friday’s snowstorm caused significant disruptions and challenges for commuters in the Omaha area.
