BLOG: Overnight snow leads to icy, dangerous morning commutes

Snow started falling at the end of the day Monday and strengthened overnight. Freezing temperatures have left most roadways covered in snow and some ice. Weather has calmed down for now and there are no major accidents to report. Because of this, there are no more updates to be added. If there are any major updates, this blog will be live again and continuously updated.

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9:55 a.m.

A crash on northbound I-25 just south of Fillmore has the exit lane blocked. Use caution in the area. - Update: this crash has been removed.

8:55 a.m.

8:25 a.m.

The U.S. Air Force Academy canceled tonight's high school hockey game scheduled between Lewis-Palmer and Pine Creek at Falcon Stadium.

7:45 a.m.

On eastbound Austin Bluffs east of Union, a car crashed into a wall with unknown lane blockage. Use caution if you are traveling in this direction.

7:35 a.m.

Schriever AFB is now CLOSED to non-mission essential personnel. If you have questions about your status, please contact your unit superior.

7:28 a.m.

A crash on southbound I-25 just south of Fillmore has caused a light pole to partially block the merge lane. Use caution if you are in the area.

7:08 a.m.

The U.S. Air Force Academy is now closed to non-mission essential personnel.

6:55 a.m.

Southbound I-25 remains very icy in and around Walsenburg.

6:47 a.m.

Along with District 49 and Lewis-Palmer School District 38, Harrison District 2 and District 11 has announced they are now closed. Academy District 20 is also closed.

6:38 a.m.

Lewis-Palmer School District 38 has decided to close for the day due to adverse weather. A tweet from @LewisPalmer38 reads, "Thanks for your understanding as this decision took longer than usual."

6:30 a.m.

School District 49 has updated its delay status to CLOSED for today. Check for the latest list of closures and delays by clicking here.

6 a.m.

Here are what snow totals in the region look like so far:

5:50 a.m.

The important thing this morning is to take it slow and give yourself plenty of time to get to your destination safely. News5's Renae Skinner and Jessica Barreto are giving updates on what your commute can look like in both Colorado Springs and Pueblo.

5:45 a.m.

In Pueblo, there are still some flurries falling and snow remains on the ground. News5's Jessica Barreto gives us a look at what southbound I-25 is currently looking like:

5:33 a.m.

Here are what your drive times are looking like right now:

5:30 a.m.

If you're wondering how the snow plows work, in Colorado Springs, snow plows focus on two routes: primary and secondary. Primary routes are the ones that see more traffic flow and these roads have to be cleared first. Some examples of primary routes include Woodmen Road, Academy Boulevard and Platte Avenue.

City crews do not work on I-25, Highway 24 or Powers Boulevard because it is treated by the Colorado Department of Transportation.

5:25 a.m.
More delays have come in on this snowy morning. Click here for the latest list.

5:20 a.m.

Meteorologist Sam Schreier says more time may be added to drives up north because of a heavy band of snow moving into Castle Rock. With snow on the roadways, it will make the commute more difficult. Click here for some winter-weather driving tips put together by Meteorologist Alan Rose.

5:15 a.m.

The Colorado Springs Police Department and the Fountain Police Department are both on Accident Alert status. If you are involved in an accident with no injuries and drugs or alcohol are not suspected factors in the crash, you are asked to exchange information and report the accident online. This goes into effect when there are a high number of accidents and not enough resources to go around, or when there’s a large incident and officers are unavailable.

5:05 a.m.

Road crews in Pueblo are keeping the roadways clear and while there are still some flurries falling, there is only about a dusting on the ground and traffic is running smoothly. If you're heading to Pueblo on I-25, be aware of more snowy and slick road conditions.

5 a.m.

If you're planning on heading up to Denver, current drive times are about 10 to 12 minutes slower than normal with it taking about 62 minutes on I-25 right now.

4:55 a.m.

Road conditions in Colorado Springs is pretty slick and icy. There are still some roadways covered with a thin layer of snow. The plows are out, but there is still some snowfall keeping the roads from staying clear. Drive slowly and use caution if you have to head out this morning.

4:40 a.m.

Delays have started to roll in for school in the area. Here's what we have so far:

• Banning Lewis Ranch Academy - Delayed 2 hours
• Cheyenne Mtn. Air Force Station - Report no earlier than 9:30am
• Church For All Nations - No prayer; opening at 10am
• Ellicott D-22 - Delayed 2 hours; No AM preschool
• Falcon D-49 - Delayed 2 hours; FHS on E-Learning day.
• Lewis-Palmer D-38 - Delayed 2 hours
• Monument Academy Charter School - Delayed 2 hours; No AM preschool. AM Kindie hours 10am-2pm
• Peterson Air Force Base - Report no earlier than 9:30am
• Pikes Peak Expeditionary Learning - Delayed 2 hours
• Pueblo Chemical Depot - Delayed 2 hours; Non-essential employees report 2 hours late

For the latest school closings, you can always check our School Closings and Delays page for an updated list.

See a complete school closing and delay list by clicking here: School Closings & Delays

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