Road closures expected to continue overnight

The Kansas Department of Transportation expects I-70 to remain closed overnight as crews continue to remove snow and clear vehicles from the roadway. Westbound lanes are currently closed from the Colorado border to Salina, and eastbound lanes are closed between the Colorado border and Exit 205 near Wilson, which is located approximately 45 miles west of Salina.

Numerous highways also remain closed in northwest, southwest and central Kansas. KDOT reminds motorists not to drive around road closure barricades or gates. Doing so may result in a citation or fine.

For the latest information on road closures and conditions, visit www.kandrive.gov or call 511 in Kansas or 866-511-5368 outside Kansas.

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