A dangerous winter storm is battering central Indiana Sunday, prompting travel advisories across the region as heavy snow creates hazardous conditions. Follow along for the latest updates on road conditions, closures, and safety information throughout the day.
Current conditions:
- Winter Storm Warning continues until 7 a.m. Monday
- Marion County under Travel Watch
- Snow accumulation: 8-12 inches expected, with 12-14+ inches south of Indianapolis
- Extreme cold warning follows Sunday evening
Safety reminders:
- Avoid travel unless essential
- Keep emergency supplies in vehicles
- Clear all snow from vehicles before driving
- Use headlights and maintain safe distances
- Call 911 for emergencies only; use 311 for non-emergencies
Sunday, January 25, 2026
4:50 p.m. — ISP reports 96 crashes in past 24 hours
Indiana State Police Sgt. John Perrine reports troopers in the Indianapolis District have responded to 96 crashes, 67 slide-offs and 249 motorist assists in the past 24 hours.
In the past 24 hours, Troopers in the Indianapolis District have responded to:
— Sgt. John Perrine (@ISPIndianapolis) January 25, 2026
🔹96 crashes
🔹 67 slide offs
🔹 249 motorist assists (vehicles stuck in the snow)
And yes, a large amount of the stuck vehicles were all-wheel or 4-wheel drive pic.twitter.com/n7u7fphDGM
4:30 p.m. — Marion County upgraded to travel warning, local disaster emergency declared
Mayor Joe Hogsett has declared a Local Disaster Emergency and upgraded Marion County to a Travel Warning, the highest level of travel restriction. Travel is now limited to emergency personnel, healthcare workers, and essential utility employees only. "Conditions are expected to remain unsafe," Hogsett said after joining DPW crews plowing roadways Sunday afternoon.
3:05 p.m. — I-70 westbound closed after trooper's car hit twice
I-70 westbound is closed between Ronald Reagan Parkway and Center Street in Plainfield, according to INDOT. An Indiana State Police trooper's patrol car was sideswiped by two separate semi-trucks while assisting a stuck family. ISP Sgt. Perrine says the trooper's positioning likely prevented the trucks from hitting the family. No injuries were reported.
3 p.m. — Speedway Schools closed Monday
Speedway Schools announces all schools will be closed Monday, January 26, declaring a traditional snow day with no remote learning required.
2:00 p.m. — DPW activating contractors for residential streets
Indianapolis DPW announces contractors have been activated. They will begin plowing residential streets as early as 5 p.m. Sunday evening.
‼️Contractors have been activated‼️ They will begin working on residential areas this evening. pic.twitter.com/W6WqYwnDEF
— Indy Department of Public Works (@IndyDPW) January 25, 2026
2 p.m. - Carmel Clay Schools on e-learning Monday
Carmel Clay Schools announced all schools and buildings will be closed tomorrow. Students will participate in eLearning.
1:15 p.m. — Fishers fire chief urges residents to stay home
Fishers Fire Chief Ed Gebhart says officers and road crews are constantly helping stuck motorists instead of focusing on essential duties.
12:30 p.m. — University of Indianapolis cancels Monday classes
UIndy announces campus will operate under remote instruction and remote work schedule for Monday.
12:20 p.m. — Indianapolis Zoo closed Sunday
The zoo remains closed to the public, though essential staff are on-site caring for animals.
12:10 p.m. — National Guard helping stuck snowplow
An INDOT snowplow was stuck on I-69 northbound at mile marker 56. Indiana National Guard crews helped free the vehicle, according to ISP Sgt. Todd Ringle.
12 p.m. — Travel warnings spreading across state
Nearly 20 Indiana counties now under travel warnings, with dozens more under travel watches. Click here to view the map.
11:20 a.m. — Bloomington performance postponed
Tonight's Cirque Kalabanté show at IU Auditorium postponed due to weather. New date to be announced.
11 a.m. — Road conditions deteriorating
Hamilton County Sheriff's Office reports roads are "snow covered" and snowfall combined with winds making it difficult for plows to keep up.
The roadways are snow covered and the snowfall and winds are making it hard for the plows to keep up. Stay safe. Thank you to the Hamilton County Highway Dept, the Indiana Department of Transportation, and local Municipalities for their hard work battling the snow. pic.twitter.com/aB2odoL7XC
— Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (Indiana) (@HCSOIndiana) January 25, 2026
9 a.m. — Event cancellations continue
Indianapolis Home Show closed for Sunday due to weather conditions.
8:50 a.m. — IMPD reports fewer crashes than last storm
Police thank Indianapolis residents for staying home, noting "far fewer vehicle crashes than the last snowstorm."
8:30 a.m. — Marion County upgrades to travel watch
County officials upgrade from travel advisory to travel watch, meaning conditions are threatening to public safety. Only essential travel recommended.
8:30 a.m. — Disney On Ice performances rescheduled
Sunday's 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. shows moved to January 24, 2027. The 10 a.m. performance continues as scheduled.
6:15 a.m. — Overnight crash statistics
ISP Indianapolis District reports:
- 78 crashes (10 with injuries)
- 16 slide-offs
- 27 motorist assists
Check back for updates throughout the day
