Area police departments are reporting roads have become slippery this afternoon due to freezing drizzle or rain. Authorities in Guthrie and Montgomery County were reporting slick conditions as of 3-p.m.  Although the Iowa DOT’s website 511ia.org shows most roads are in “Normal” winter driving condition, Highway 34 west of Highway 59, Interstate 29 from Council Bluffs. Highway 275 and Highway 2, west of Highway 59, were reported to be partially covered with snow.

Beware of black ice on the roads and sidewalks. Conditions are expected to deteriorate as the evening wears on.