This past week at Doane University has been one of snow and ice. On Feb. 12, the university closed its Crete and Lincoln campuses, citing a winter storm that was affecting roads, general visibility and hazardous conditions. This snowstorm carried over into Feb. 13, with the campus having a delayed start, with in-person classes starting at 11 a.m.
The snowstorms also closed down the city of Crete, with Crete declaring a snow emergency on Feb. 12. This snowstorm closed roads and buildings, prevented students and teachers from attending classes and also canceled several on-campus events.
These hazardous conditions are expected to continue from Feb. 17 to Feb. 21, with subzero temperatures and the potential for more snowfall and ice on the ground. In the meantime, those on campus should monitor the weather, wear layers to stay warm, avoid driving if possible and monitor the roads and avoid staying outside for an extended period of time.
Doane is being proactive about the snowfall, with the closing of some parking lots to prevent snow and ice from building up. These lots include lots D, C and Doane Drive, G, H, I, J, K, which includes the far side parking and guest parking lot, M, O and R. All other lots will be open; the closed lots must be clear by 10 p.m, lest the owner of the vehicle risks a fine or being towed. All registered vehicles must be moved to the long-term lot if the owner is gone for more than 24 hours and unregistered vehicles on campus during snow removal may be towed at the owner’s expense.
There is the possibility of the campus closing due to weather conditions in the coming days, so all Doane faculty, staff and students should be on high alert.
