Heavy snow and cold conditions – News 8 at 5 Interactive radar | Hourly forecast | Closings and delays | Storm Track 8 weather app Latest forecast from Storm Track 8 Send your snow photos to [email protected] INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The first snow of the season started falling in the early hours of Thursday morning across central Indiana, and a second round, with much heavier snow in some areas, arrived during the afternoon. Crews from the Indianapolis Department of Public Works and the Indiana Department of Transportation were treating the roads. A winter weather advisory was in place for much of central and eastern Indiana until 10 p.m. Thursday. 5:15 p.m. From the National Weather Service at Wilmington, Ohio, which serves parts of east-central and southeast Indiana: Much of our area is already getting some light snow, and the snow may get a little heavier over the next few hours — particularly for the Cincinnati tri-state area. 5:12 p.m. Indiana Department of Transportation reports a crash on I-70 EB between state roads 3 and 103, in the Spiceland area. The right lane has been closed. 5 p.m. From Storm Track 8: Light-moderate to more spotty instances of heavy snow rates are ongoing. Use some caution on the roads the next few hours. Expect a gradual drop-off in precipitation coverage starting from 7-8 p.m. 4:53 p.m. Special weather statement from the National Weather Service in Louisville, Kentucky: A storm system will move through the region this evening, and will bring several hours of light to occasionally moderate snow. Minor coatings of snow are possible on grassy and elevated surfaces, but impacts to roadways are not expected given ground, road, and air temperatures above freezing. It will still be a good idea to use caution while driving this evening, especially when snow is falling. 4:41 p.m. From the National Weather Service at Indianapolis: Widespread light to moderate snow is happening across central Indiana. Look for snow to continue shifting southeastward into the evening with snow tapering off late Thursday evening into Thursday night. Additional snowfall accumulations around 1 to possibly 2 inches are expected. 3:42 p.m. News 8 photojournalist TJ Whitmer shares video of the second wave of snow from the first winter storm of the season in Indianapolis. (Video also available on YouTube) 4 p.m. From Storm Track 8: Snow has floated into the southern third of the state over the last hour. Road temps are dropping near and north of I-70. The only new snow report that’s come in the last hour was from Marion in Grant County. 2.5 inches. 3:42 p.m. From the National Weather Service at Indianapolis: Snow is now overspreading much of central Indiana with additional snowfall accumulations of 1-2 inches expected through this evening. Locally higher amounts cannot be ruled out. Some slick spots on roads are possible, especially on bridges and less traveled roads. 3:14 p.m. A hazardous weather outlook was issued from the National Weather Service at Indianapolis. Through Thursday night, snow will continue into the evening and may be locally heavy at times. Up to 1-2 inches of snow is possible, primarily on grassy and elevated surfaces, though localized slick spots on roadways, mainly bridges and overpasses, will be possible. Wind gusts as high as 35-40 mph are possible as well. Snow will end from north to south mid to late evening. 2:59 p.m. From Storm Track 8: Round 2 of the first snow this season is playing out as advertised with heavier snow rates. Here are some different views of it from different locations across central Indiana. First image is from the INDOT cam near Gas City. Camera images are from Indiana Department of Transportation and the Carmel city government. 2:23 p.m. From Storm Track 8: Second round of snow well underway with moderate-heavy snow in some areas. Expect a slower evening commute. This activity will drift southward over the next several hours. Winter weather advisory are in place until 10 p.m. Snow accumulations from 1-2 inches possible near and north of I-74. 2:18 p.m. From the National Weather Service at Indianapolis: “Snow is now overspreading most areas near and north of I-70. Moderate to heavy snow occurring across north-central Indiana will shift further south over the next few hours. Additional accumulations of 1-2 inches are expected with isolated higher amounts possible.” 11:35 a.m. From the National Weather Service at Indianapolis: “Most of the 1st round of snow has exited central Indiana, however more snow is on the way! Light snow is expected to reach central Indiana between 1PM and 3PM with heavier bands of snow arriving around and after 4PM.” 9:38 a.m. #Daybreak8: We have @StormTrack8 team coverage as we navigate the #WeatherAlert. We checked back in with @ColinBaillieTV to see what road conditions were like on I-465 near Rockville Road. More on @WISHNews8. https://t.co/sCYWu1CCB3 pic.twitter.com/BUaCXIwZCy— Jeremy Jenkins – WISH TV (@JeremyWishTV) November 21, 2024 9:25 a.m. 9:25 UPDATE: We are now entering a brief quiet period before the next round of snow moves in later this afternoon. No major changes to accumulations. The afternoon drive will likely be difficult, so please use caution.#INwx https://t.co/7tyk2f8qLK pic.twitter.com/JkJH5vdbnk— Marcus Bailey (@marcusbailey) November 21, 2024 8:50 a.m. “A little different start of the day!” the ISP Jasper Post wrote on Facebook. 8:31 a.m. Look at the view News 8 Senior Digital Journalist Gregg Montgomery has from his home in Noblesville! 8:20 a.m. TRAFFIC ALERT: I-74 westbound between State Road 47 and Concord Road, one mile east of Crawfordsville, is closed due to a crash. Please avoid the area. pic.twitter.com/UJcY7ofCno— INDOT West Central (@INDOT_WCentral) November 21, 2024 8:15 a.m. WEATHER IN A FLASH – NOV. 21, 2024 – First snowfall of the season and it could create some issues for the afternoon commute. Here's my update.#INwx https://t.co/7tyk2f8qLK pic.twitter.com/wS8w8eJ24q— Marcus Bailey (@marcusbailey) November 21, 2024 8:11 a.m. Lights OutNortheast side, malfunctioning traffic lights at Allisonville Rd. and E. 62nd St. are causing Allisonville Rd. to back up in both directions.@93wibc— WIBC Traffic (@WIBCTraffic) November 21, 2024 8:06 a.m. Winter roads can be tricky—stay safe! Slow down & increase following distance. Clear all snow/ice from your car. Avoid distractions & buckle up.Stay alert, drive smart, and get home safe. – @ISPPeru pic.twitter.com/MqSmRV55oj— Sgt. Steven Glass (@ISPPeru) November 21, 2024 7:34 a.m. As of 7 AM, 0.6” has officially fallen at the NWS Indianapolis office. Again, a heavier/wet round will arrive this afternoon.@WISHNews8— Ryan Morse (@RyanMorseWx) November 21, 2024 7:14 a.m. Snowflakes are flying on Mass Ave! Sticking in grassy areas, but not so much to the roadways. Central Indiana will have a heavier round arriving this afternoon and evening. Be prepared for a worse evening commute. @WISHNews8 pic.twitter.com/4wThOP2kVU— Ryan Morse (@RyanMorseWx) November 21, 2024 6:36 a.m. Good morning, Indy! Happy first snowfall of the season! Here’s my view from the west side early this morning.@WISHNews8 has you covered today as you head into work or school and navigate possibly slick conditions. Download our app to receive the very latest… pic.twitter.com/Y9Gt0Di7cF— Kyla Russell (@KylaBRussell) November 21, 2024 6:30 a.m. Dusting on the grass in Greenwood/Center Grove area. @WISHNews8 @NWSIndianapolis #daybreak8 #inwx pic.twitter.com/YYp55oRZuw— Meteorologist Tara Hastings (@MetTaraHastings) November 21, 2024 6 a.m. THURSDAY FORECAST: 2 rounds of snow moving through the area today. A dusting to up 1" on grassy areas this morning, but roads should remain just wet. Heavier snow moves by mid afternoon, with 1-2" of accum. possible for the evening drive. Here's my latest update. #INwx pic.twitter.com/uymYbG4Qi7— Marcus Bailey (@marcusbailey) November 21, 2024 5:29 a.m. First snow today! Light snow early in the morning with 1-3" expected from late afternoon through the evening hours. Highest amounts will be north of I-74 and mainly on grass and elevated surfaces. Untreated roads may be slushy and slick, so take it slow. #INwx pic.twitter.com/ZCa1UINk5K— NWS Indianapolis (@NWSIndianapolis) November 21, 2024 5:19 a.m. It’s a winter wonderland in the Circle City, it’s our first snowfall of the year here. We’ll be on the roadways all morning long bringing you what you need to know for your drive. I will say it does look pretty this morning. @WISHNews8 pic.twitter.com/NvZbS2YMwk— Colin Baillie (@ColinBaillieTV) November 21, 2024 5:10 a.m. THURSDAY FORECAST: 2 rounds of snow moving through the area today. A dusting to up 1" on grassy areas this morning, but roads should remain just wet. Heavier snow moves by mid afternoon, with 1-2" of accum. possible for the evening drive. Here's my latest update. #INwx pic.twitter.com/uymYbG4Qi7— Marcus Bailey (@marcusbailey) November 21, 2024 4:57 a.m. WINTER WEATHER ADVISORIES are now out for central Indiana. Snow has been sticking to grassy areas this morning with Round 1. A heavier round of snow is expected 2 pm – 8 pm.Most of our accumulation (1-2”) will happen with round 2, but we could also see mixing with rain. pic.twitter.com/NlilpYvDWM— Ryan Morse (@RyanMorseWx) November 21, 2024