At least 40 crashes reported in northwest Indiana due to winter storm

Crashes reported, flights canceled as snow hammers Chicagoland, northwest Indiana

At least 40 crashes were reported in northwest Indiana due to the winter storm. Travelers also had to make a change of plans after flights were canceled.

GARY, Ind. - At least 40 crashes have been reported in northwest Indiana due to the winter storm.

Lake, Porter and LaPorte counties in Indiana are currently under a travel watch, which means that conditions are threatening to the safety of the public.

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Only essential travel, such as to and from work or in emergency situations, is recommended, officials said.