Interstate traffic snarled

LAFAYETTE, Ind - The Indiana State Police are currently working a crash involving a single semi-tractor and trailer near the 193 mile mark in White County. The incident occurred near the U.S. 231 and I-65 inter-change. The crash injured the driver.

William Semrau, 68, of Oconto, WI, was taken by ambulance to receive treatment at Saint Elizabeth Hospital in Lafayette.

Assisting in the Indiana State Police at the crash scene was the Wolcott Fire Department and the Wolcott Ambulance Service.

There have been several slide-offs in the area between Lafayette and Remington because of slick road conditions. The road conditions are ever changing because of the blowing and drifting snow.

The area between the 193 mile mark (U.S. 231) and the 201 mile mark (U.S. 24) is experiencing blowing snow and this is causing very slick roads. Several other vehicles have slid off the road in this area.

People are asked to travel only if it necessary.

"We need to leave our phone lines open for emergency calls," said Sgt. Brian Olehy. "The best sources for road and weather conditions are media outlets. "Citizens can also access road and weather information by going to our website at: www.in.gov/isp or by calling the Indiana State Police Road and Weather Line at 1-800-261-7623 (for statewide conditions).

Olehy is asking motorists please use the following cautions when driving:

Allow extra time
Be aware of ever changing conditions
Have a full tank of fuel when you set out
Keep a well stocked emergency kit with your vehicle at all times
Reduce Speed - Motorists are required to travel at a speed prudent to the current conditions
Beware of sudden stops
Keep more distance between vehicles - DO NOT TAILGATE
Hang up cell phones, and drive with caution
MOVE OVER AND SLOW DOWN when approaching emergency vehicles (this includes highway trucks, tow trucks, ambulance, fire, and police vehicles)