Southeast Kansas is preparing for a major winter storm that is forecast to hit the area beginning around midnight tonight.

 

Current forecasts from the National Weather Service predict that snowfall totals in Montgomery County will be between 5 and 12 inches. Independence City Engineer John Garris says city road crews are ready for the storm.

 

Temperatures this week are also forecast to be extremely cold with overnight lows dipping into the single digits and possibly even below zero. High winds are also a possibility. Garris says residents can assist area street crews by not parking on the street during the storm, avoiding travel on icy or snow-packed roads, and to be patient as road crews work to keep streets and roads clear. He adds that, if you don't need to be on the roads during the wintry weather, to stay home and stay safe.

 

The City of Independence reminds area residents to stock up on groceries, prescriptions, bottled water, and pet food ahead of the storm. Make sure you have extra warm clothes, food, and water in your vehicle. Check on elderly neighbors and loved ones and provide appropriate shelter for outdoor animals.

 

Independence and Cherryvale water customers who lose water service and suspect an issue other than frozen pipes can contact the city. 

 

Independence customers can call 620-332-2500 (daytime) or 620-332-1700 or 620-332-2515 after hours.

The City’s snow plan, including the snow route map, is accessible on the City's website: https://www.independenceks.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2725/City-Of-Independence-Snow-Plan?bidId=

 

Cherryvale customers can call 620-336-2776 (daytime) or 620-336-2121 after hours.

 

For Coffeyville residents :

If you experience a water outage beyond suspected frozen pipes, please call 620-252-6150.

Lost Power? To report an electric outage, please call 620-252-6180.

View the City’s Snow Route Map: https://www.coffeyville.com/DocumentCenter/View/193/Public-Service---Snow-Routes?bidId=