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There is a plan in place for assisting stranded motorists in collaboration with the Missouri State Highway Patrol and the state’s Emergency Management Agency. Robust staging of resources is crucial for managing potentially catastrophic events, a strategy that enhances response times and public safety during emergencies.
The Imminent Challenge
As storms have already made an impact this winter, Becky pointed out that this upcoming weather event stands out as particularly severe. “This one is the big one,” she stressed. Specifically, major interstates like Interstate 70 and Interstate 44 are expecting substantial volumes of snow and ice, which could lead to treacherous travel conditions on these key routes.