Category Archives: Local Weather

‘How are the roads?’: Topeka highway update

‘How are the roads?’: Topeka highway update

TOPEKA (KSNT)—Drivers in Topeka should drive cautiously, as snow, ice and slush could create slippery conditions. Kandrive.gov tracks the condition of Kansas highways. In Topeka, most highways have been treated and are only covered in slush. I-70 between US-75 and I-470 The road is wet and partially covered in slush. You can expect plowed snow…MORE

Clearing out Friday, slightly warmer this weekend

Clearing out Friday, slightly warmer this weekend

What We’re Tracking Clearing out Friday Slight warming this weekend Mostly dry next week Snow showers come to an end this morning as temperatures start off in the 20s and 30s thanks to the cloud cover. Clouds will clear out as the day goes on and highs should continue to stay around freezing in the…MORE

Additional snow arrives this evening

Additional snow arrives this evening

What We’re Tracking Snow showers tonight Drying out Friday Slight warming this weekend A storm system will move to our south tonight into early Friday will clip us with some passing areas of light snow, but that should quickly pass by us. The brunt of that storm completely misses our viewing area. Around I-70 and…MORE

Sunny early Thursday before another chance for snow arrives this afternoon

Sunny early Thursday before another chance for snow arrives this afternoon

What We’re Tracking Increasing clouds Thursday Snow showers overnight into Friday Moderating temperatures by the weekend We’re starting off in the 10s this morning with light breezes and clear skies. Sunshine is expected through the first part of our Thursday before cloud cover builds in ahead of our next system later today. Afternoon highs will…MORE

Another bitterly cold day ahead

Another bitterly cold day ahead

What We’re Tracking Another frigid morning Snow showers for southern areas Friday morning Moderating temperatures by the weekend Temperatures this morning have yet again dipped below zero in many spots. Any snow that has melted off from yesterday’s sunshine will refreeze on untreated roads. You still want to give yourself a little extra time getting…MORE

Remaining cold for the next few days

Remaining cold for the next few days

What We’re Tracking Another frigid night Snow showers for southern areas Friday morning Moderating temperatures by the weekend Even with some melting today from the sun, any water on untreated roadways will refreeze overnight as overnight lows drop below zero again early Wednesday. You still want to give yourself a little extra time getting back…MORE

What areas in Topeka will be cleared of snow first?

What areas in Topeka will be cleared of snow first?

TOPEKA (KSNT) – City officials are taking aim at several areas in Topeka Tuesday to remove snow following a large winter storm. City of Topeka spokesman Dan Garrett announced in a press release on Jan. 7 that local road crews are focusing snow removal efforts in three areas. Workers hope to have these parts of…MORE

Bitterly cold temperatures stick around through midweek

Bitterly cold temperatures stick around through midweek

What We’re Tracking Very cold Tuesday Struggling to warm up through the week Moderating temperatures by the weekend Temperatures are below zero for most this morning with a few clouds filtering through. Luckily, our winds are light, but still just enough to produce wind chills near -10° to even -15°. That cold air lingers through…MORE

Topeka Public Schools will remain closed due to weather

Topeka Public Schools will remain closed due to weather

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Topeka Public Schools (TPS) shared on Monday that school will remain closed due to road conditions. On Monday, TPS shared that the school district will be closed on Tuesday Jan. 7. Our transportation department and staff are still working to clear areas impacting schools, which will require more time to clear and…MORE

Will mail be delivered this week in Kansas after major snow storm?

Will mail be delivered this week in Kansas after major snow storm?

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Postal workers are gearing up to deliver mail across Kansas Monday following a major winter storm which is making travel difficult this week. 27 News reached out to the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to learn how a recent snow storm is impacting its ability to deliver mail and other important packages this…MORE