Ripley County, IN — A dangerous winter storm affected Ripley County, causing widespread hazardous road conditions. The Ripley County Commissioners issued a Travel Warning (RED) for overnight Monday and into Tuesday morning.
Effective at 11 am today, the Travel Warning (RED) will be canceled and changed to Travel Watch (Orange) until further notice. A “WATCH” Travel Advisory means that conditions are threatening to the safety of the public. During a Watch travel advisory, only essential travel, such as to and from work or in emergency situations, is recommended.
Ripley County road crews will continue to clear roads throughout the day and into the evening. Ripley County Government Offices will remain closed and are expected to reopen on Wednesday for normal business hours. The Ripley County Council meeting scheduled for this evening has also been canceled and rescheduled for Monday, February 22, 2021.
