Roads throughout the metro area remain icy on Wednesday morning and motorists are advised to take it slow.
“Right now we are looking at slushy and icy conditions even in places where you can see the pavement,” said Tanya Bowen, a spokesperson for the Colorado Department of Transportation.
The temperature is expected to top out at 29 degrees on Wednesday making it unlikely that snow and ice will melt. At 7:54 a.m. the temperature was 7 degrees.
Traffic is moving slowly throughout the area, Bowen said. “It’s slow and go.”
There haven’t been any major accidents and few slide-offs, said Colorado State Patrol Trooper Josh Lewis.
“We’re just hoping there is enough sun to plow everything out and clear it up even more,” Lewis said.
At about 9:15 a.m., Denver police said there have been 20 reported crashes and two vehicles left running have been stolen since 5 a.m.
The morning commute “hasn’t been too bad,” said Jay Casillas, police spokesman. “But the roads are still icy so we are still advising people to drive safe.”
Denver International Airport operations have returned to normal after Tuesday when hundreds of flights were cancelled, according to an airport tweet.
With Thanksgiving looming the airport is busy and travelers should give themselves plenty of time to get through security.
Good morning 🌇Airport operations have returned to normal after yesterday’s ❄️ Today will be a busy day at DEN! Remember to arrive in the terminal 2️⃣ hours before your flight and check for parking and security wait time info✈️
— Denver Int'l Airport (@DENAirport)
20 reported crashes since 5am – thankfully no reported serious injuries. Remember to keep a safe distance between your car and others, as the roads are slick in areas. Also, completely defrost and clear all your windows so you can see. And wear your sunglasses…it is bright out!
— Denver Police Dept. (@DenverPolice)
Since 5am, there have been nine reported crashes and two stolen puffers in . Same drill as before – stay with your vehicle while it is running, and go slow on the roads. The cold temps are keeping things icy…brrrr…
— Denver Police Dept. (@DenverPolice)
