At 2:30am on 01.21.2012 The Marion County Sheriff’s Office issued a level one snow advisory for Marion County. Primary and secondary roadways are snow covered and hazardous because of accumulated snow fall. Secondary roads are drifting and some roads have not been plowed. Motorists should be mindful of snow and ice covered roads. Be alert for vehicles going into ditches and medians and vehicles traveling slowly. Keep a safe distance from other vehicles and drive slow.

SNOW ADVISORY/EMERGENCY LEVELS

LEVEL 1 – Roadways are extremely hazardous with accumulated, and/or blowing snow and/or drifting snow. Roads may be icy. Motorists should use extreme caution while driving and limit travel.

LEVEL 2 – Roadway conditions have become dangerous to routine traffic with accumulate, and/or blowing and/or drifting snow. Icing may be taking place by means of freezing rain, sleet, or packed snow. Only travel that is essential, or of an emergency nature, should be attempted. Employees should contact employers to see if they should report to work.

LEVEL 3 - All roadways are closed to all non-emergency traffic. Driving is prohibited unless it is due to an emergency, essential business or work travel only. Those traveling on closed roadways for other than emergency or essential travel may be subject to arrest.