(LEX 18) — Icy road conditions Friday morning caused multiple crashes and led to several interstate/road closures throughout central Kentucky.
Lexington PD responded to 12 injury collisions, 75 non-injury collisions, 18 motorist assists, and eleven 21 hazards between midnight and 11 a.m. Friday.
On I-64 near mile marker 74, police reported a solid sheet of ice on the road, which made it challenging for officials to arrive on scene.
Traffic also slowed down considerably on I-75 through Fayette and Scott counties.
Outbound lanes of Leestown Rd. are shut down at Masterson Station. Roads out here are very icy and slick. @LEX18News pic.twitter.com/n6xAwYEOfg
— Evelyn Schultz (@EvelynSchultzTV) January 27, 2023
The Leestown/Yarnallton area in Lexington will be shut down until around noon Friday.
This is what Waze looks like in this area @LEX18News pic.twitter.com/m5ZfW7dUGY
— Evelyn Schultz (@EvelynSchultzTV) January 27, 2023
As of 10 a.m., the roadway on I-75 at mile marker 113 (Paris exit) continues to be down to one lane with heavy traffic flow as police continue to work a collision involving two semis.
Traffic has reopened on I-75 at Man o' War Blvd, which had been completely stopped most of Friday morning.
At 2 a.m. Friday, vehicles were backed up due to a five-vehicle wreck involving three semis on I-75 near the southern split. The crash left northbound shut down for several hours.
Scott Co. Sheriff's Office reported road closures on I-75 South at mile marker 126 and Cynthiana Rd near the county line.
Icy roads in Scott Co - take it slow and safe. I’m right there with you @LEX18News pic.twitter.com/D2GGtyyAWp
— Leigh Searcy (@LSearcLex) January 27, 2023
Officials say to plan for a longer commute time Friday morning. Find more of the latest traffic updates here.
A list of schools closings & delays can be found here.
A wind advisory is in effect through Friday evening. Watch for a gusty (30 to 40 mph) southwest wind.
Stay with us for the latest updates.
