Snow causes flurry of accidents

The calls have been widespread across the city

Since the snow started falling this afternoon, Lawrence police have responded to 19 noninjury accidents, police spokeswoman Kim Murphree said.

The calls have been widespread across the city, including three on Iowa Street, two on Wakarusa Drive and two on Louisiana Street.

No injuries have been reported, Murphree said.

Emergency dispatchers have also reported several slide-offs in the county this afternoon.

The National Weather Service has issued a Snow and Blowing Snow Advisory for Lawrence and Douglas County, and forecasters have predicted a total nighttime snow and sleet accumulation of 1 to 2 inches.

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