The Iowa State Patrol has issued a DO NOT TRAVEL advisory for parts of western Iowa., including Adair, Cass and Pottawattamie Counties. Trooper Ryan DeVault reported from Exit 60 in Cass County, “Travel is absolutely treacherous.”

DeVault says the high winds and snow are making for near zero visibility on I-80 and area secondary roads.

As if the wind and snow weren’t making driving extremely difficult enough, Thursday’s weather added another element of surprise for some drivers.

Trooper Devault said a tow ban will be issued for western Iowa soon. Right now, they only towing being done is to remove trucks that are blocking a lane of traffic. DeVault said traffic was light this morning, but what travelers are out there, are finding themselves in a very dangerous position. His advice: