Smooth roads leading to multiple crashes around the KC area

On February 5, 2025By Littum

Kansas City, Mo. – More crashes around the Metro in Kansas City leads to closures and school closures.

According to KC Scout, there are several crashes around the city that affect more intermediate states and roads.

Kansas City Fire Department of Battalion Michael Hopkins urges drivers to use extreme caution when going out this morning when icy road conditions worsen.

National Weather Service also published an update around 1 p.m. 03:30, which called for caution while driving today.

330 AM Update: Modot reports several accidents around KC Metro leading to road closures. Use caution when driving today as freezing of drip and drizzle is expected to continue all day. pic.twitter.com/0dnc4ohivn

– NWS Kansas City (@nwskansascity) February 5, 2025

Schools also begin to close or adjust learning plans. You can find the full list here.

Missouri Highway Patrol also calls for caution this morning.

Lick Road conditions!

More roads over KC Metro are experiencing road closures due to icy roads. Some of the major events happen near ice over bridges. If you can avoid traveling this morning or delay morning trips, do! pic.twitter.com/uol8oq7vpl

– MSHP TROOP A (@MSHPTROROROORA) February 5, 2025

Overland Park Police Department has also activated their walk-in report protocol for non-injury accidents. If you are involved in a minor crash, exchanging information with the other driver and then submitting a report at the police station at 12400 fetus or 8500 Antioch as the weather improves.

You can keep up to date with the latest road conditions by checking the KSHB 41 traffic side.