Bartholomew County remains under 'Red' Travel Advisory, officials will reevaluate Tuesday

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 3:11 PM

COLUMBUS, Ind. - Public officials with Bartholomew County Emergency Management concluded a meeting early Monday afternoon, January 26, that evaluated the latest road conditions across Bartholomew County.

At this time, it was decided that the county will remain under a Travel Status WARNING (Red).

Officials will meet again at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, January 27, to review conditions countywide and re-evaluate the travel status based on the most current information.

They will share updates following that meeting and ask residents to please continue to stay safe and limit travel to emergency personnel only.

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