Lemont Officials Caution Motorists as Snow Storm Continues

Despite increasingly dangerous driving conditions, Lemont police and fire officials said they have only responded to minor traffic incidents around town.

Chief Kevin Shaughnessy said as of 4:15 p.m. the department had only responded to a couple of accidents and several spin-outs that drove vehicles off the road. No one was injured, he said.

Deputy Chief Jay Nickleski of the said they have also only responded to a few calls, all of which were minor.

Shaugnessy said roads were becoming increasingly hazardous heading into rush hour, and urged motorists to take precautions.

"It's really important that drivers slow down and give themselves extra time to stop," he said.

Shaughnessy said drivers should also remember to turn on their headlights.

"Many cars have automatic headlights these days, but those don't always turn on in inclement weather," he said.

Lemont Public Works Director Ralph Pukula said his crews have been on the roads since Thursday morning, and a shift change is planned for midnight.

Heading into the evening, Pukula said wind was more of an issue than snow.