Tow Ban in Effect for Linn County Roads

Snow is impacting some areas of eastern Iowa this afternoon.

The National Weather Service says one to four inches of snow is possible through the mid-afternoon. Most of the snow is expected south of Highway 20, with the heaviest snow along I-80. 

A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for Linn County until 6 pm Thursday. 

The Linn County Sheriff’s Office has issued a tow ban, effective for all Linn County roads until further notice. Towing is also not recommended in some areas west of Cedar Rapids and Iowa City.

The National Weather Service urges drivers to slow down and use caution while traveling in the affected areas today.