"Kansas Governor Declares State of Disaster as Winter Storm Hits Metro Area"

Kansas Governor Laura Kelly has issued a state of disaster emergency proclamation due to a winter storm moving across the state, allowing resources to be prepositioned for state assistance. Heavy snow and strong winds are expected, prompting a travel advisory and Winter Storm Warning for the Kansas City metro area. Residents are urged to stay off the roads if possible and to be prepared with emergency supplies if travel is necessary.