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1/6/2025 4:00 PM

The winter storm warning has been cancelled for our area. Other than very cold temperatures at night, this winter weather event is over. Main thoroughfare roads have scattered slick spots. Rural less traveled roads and neighborhood / secondary roads are snow covered and very slick. Some drifting is still occurring on country roads. We are still under a travel advisory for rural Madison County.

1/6/2025 12:00 PM

Officially we will end up with 5.8″ of snow here in Chesterfield. Pretty close to the forecast which was originally pushed out on January 3rd. The forecast for our area was 4″-6″ of snow, and as stated would sharply decrease going north. Thank you to BamWX and Madison County Weather Updates for their great forecasts and information we use to keep our followers up to date.

City, Town and State Highways are slick, and snow covered in most areas. County roads, are snow covered and in some areas drifted. Motorists are still asked to use extreme caution and slow down when driving. The posted speed limit is for good weather days, that is not the speed to drive on snowy roads.

Just remember, over night tonight, any thawing that occurs today, will freeze again. The feel like temperature (real temp plus wind) will have be negative each morning this week. Make sure to bundle up well when leaving for work or school this week.

Also a shout out to the Town of Chesterfield street guys, they have done a great job plowing our streets and getting us back to some normalcy.

1/6/2025 7:00 AM

Madison County remains under a travel ADVISORY

5″ of snow being reported between Chesterfield and Alexandria. Today, possibly an additional 1″ of snow is possible, with winds gusting to 20-25MPH which will cause drifting on county roads. Interstates and State Highways are partially clear with several spots snow covered. State Police are handling several slide offs and minor accidents this morning during the commute.

Anderson Community Schools are CLOSED today Monday.

1/5/2025 7:15 PM

Madison County has gone to a TRAVEL ADVISORY for rural unincorporated portions of Madison County. This means roads should be considered slick and motorists should use caution when driving. We expect roads conditions will continue to deteriorate throughout the night.

Anderson Community Schools have announced a 2 hour delay for Monday. They did say, this decision will be evaluated in the morning and MIGHT be changed to closed. Please check ACS Facebook page for updated tomorrow.

1/5/2025 6:00 PM

Snow has begun to fall in Chesterfield. South Anderson roads are snow covered at this time, and have been. Forecasters are still calling for 3″-4″ for Chesterfield area over night. South of us, Indianapolis 3″-4″ on the ground and an additional 4″-6″ expected over night. Forecasters have been saying there would be a sharp cut off of snow, and it appears we are north of this line. We have been very fortunate.

Tomorrow morning, I would recommend setting your alarm early so you have extra time for a commute to work, or school. We are certainly not out of the woods yet, but we have dodged a significant winter snow storm.

1/5/2025 8:00 AM

Snow forecast still holding somewhere between 3″-8″ of snow starting shortly have lunch time today, with the heaviest snow falling mid-evening. It appears from Indy north, where ever the snow cut off line is, it will sharply decrease the amounts. With Madison County being 30 miles long, we could easily see a 4″-6″ swing in snow amounts from south to north. That really translates to #BePrepared for what we get. Fuel up your vehicles, gas up snow blowers, test generators, stock up on food and medicine. Turn on the fire place and the football game, today is a stay inside and watch the beautiful snow kind of day.

1/4/2025 4:00 PM

We are not under a winter storm WARNING until Monday at 7:00 PM.

NWS is calling for 5″-7″ and ice accumulation of a light glaze. BAM Weather feels we could see 6″-8″ and they really did not mention ice for Madison County. The ice is likely the difference between the two forecasts. Roads will become slick and hazardous, travel is expected to be difficult, especially in rural portions of Madison County. With the snow, ice, and wind conditions, power outages are certainly possible.

In the Town of Chesterfield, particularly in the Bluffs addition, we are asking residents to park in their driveways as much as possible. We understand not everyone can, but the more who are able to will only speed up the rate which our street department can plow.

The Police Department and Fire Department are staffed for this winter snow storm, additional personnel are available in the event we need to call in extra staff.

We are asking motorists, to please limit travel as much as possible. It is likely, the county will begin issuing travel restrictions once the weather event begins tomorrow.

Winds are expected to gust 15F-25F MPH which WILL causing blowing and drifting on rural county roads. This also will create significant travel difficulties for residents.

If you have a fire hydrant on your property or near your house, please shovel out the fire hydrant to help us more quickly respond to fires.

1/4/2025 8:00 AM

We are currently under a Winter Storm Watch, however, immediately south of Madison County is under a Winter Storm Warning. It appears, we are right on the breaking line of the forecast. Some forecasts are calling for us to get 2″-5″ of snow, and some meteorologists are still saying 6″-8″. Never the less, it is going to snow and east central Indiana and Chesterfield will be impacted by this storm system. In addition to the snow, winds gusting 25-40 MPH WILL cause significant drifting on roads. Travel will be impacted significantly.

Snow accumulations should begin between 11:00 AM-1:00 PM on Sunday. Church services on Sunday should be good but certainly snow could move in while you are out. Power outages with a winter storm of this magnitude are a concern.

The next update should be out about 3:30 PM. Takes steps now to prepare at home for a significant winter storm.

1/3/2025 4:00 PM Update

Well, just like with many winter storms, this storm appears to be shifting more to the south. What does that mean? Forecasters are holding off on making predictions at this time. Likely the next solid forecast will come tomorrow (Saturday) morning. If the storm continues to push south, the amount of snow could significantly be reduced to 3-4″ or if it stays on track, we are still in the 6″-8″ range. Never the less, we are asking the community to be prepared.

Ways to Prepare

  • Fuel your vehicle.
  • Make sure you have necessary medications.
  • Ensure you have adequate groceries so you do not have to get out and run to the store.
  • Charge up rechargeable battery packs in case of power outages.
  • Check generators now, fuel, and ensure you have proper ventilation. (CO can be deadly)
  • Start snow blowers and ensure they are ready to run.
  • Check on elderly family, neighbors and friends during the winter storm.

1/3/2024 8:00 AM Update

The actual temperature is 22F (feel like temp is 10F). Pretreated roads are wet and have minor slick spots. Road surfaces in towns, country roads, and neighborhoods are slick. Picture is from an INDOT truck just south of Chesterfield, road surface is wet. Additional forecast information for the Sunday/Monday storm will be posted, later this morning.

WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH MONDAY
EVENING…

* WHAT…Heavy winter precipitation expected. High probability snow
amounts of 6 inches or more, with potential for significant
accumulations of sleet and freezing rain across southern portions
of central Indiana.

* WHERE…Portions of central, east central, north central, south
central, southeast, southwest, and west central Indiana.

* WHEN…From Sunday morning through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS…Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous. The strong winds and weight of
snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic
power outages.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter
storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains,
booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing.
Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help
you survive in case you become stranded.