Crashes Reported As NE Gets First Widespread Snow

LINCOLN - Authorities in Nebraska have responded to numerous vehicle crashes as the season's first widespread snow turned roads icy.

Police in Lincoln say they responded to more than a dozen crashes in the span of two hours because of the overnight snow. LPD says at least 14 crashes were reported in their area between 11 PM Monday and 1 AM Tuesday, with vehicles sliding off roadways and a handful of rollover accidents.

City crews were called to apply brine and sand to slick spots ahead of the morning commute.