Dozens Of Winter Weather-Related Crashes In Kendall County

KENDALL COUNTY, IL — There were dozens of crashes reported over the weekend across Kendall County while motorists were traveling on the slippery, snowy roadways, according to local police and Kendall County Sheriff's Office officials. In a statement to Patch, Kendall County Sheriff's Deputy Nancy Velez said the sheriff's office took 13 crash reports between Friday night, Jan. 11, and Sunday morning, Jan. 13.

According to a spokesperson for Oswego Police Department, officers took 12 accident reports on Saturday. Crews also assisted two drivers that drove into a ditch, the department said. There were five other accidents reported, but the department said those involved declined filing reports at the time of the incident.

The crashes reported in Oswego were property-damage only, according to the police department.

Over in Montgomery, there were 14 accidents reported, all of which could be weather-related, Montgomery Police Department Deputy Chief Armando Sanders told Patch. None of the crashes were fatal, Chief Sanders added.

In addition, there were no hospitalizations or fatalities as a result of the crashes reported to the sheriff's office, Deputy Velez said.

"We encourage everyone to drive very carefully and be aware of road conditions if venturing out," Deputy Velez said in a statement to Patch. "Please be prepared and plan ahead. Keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Please allow plenty of time for travel. Given the forecast uncertainty, we encourage the public to monitor weather through local media outlets for the latest updates in their area."

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