Closures

Update 01.27.2026 – 8:30 am:

City of Columbus will have an E-working Day on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. All city facilities will be closed; however, phone and email communications will continue to be monitored. Essential personnel, including those in law enforcement, fire services, the Department of Public Works, Utilities, and others, will operate as usual.

Sanitation services will resume on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 with a one-day delay. This means that Monday’s collections will be picked up on Tuesday and Friday’s collections will be picked upon Saturday.

ColumBUS Transit will operate full service on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 with reduced hours: 10:00 am to 4:00pm. 

 

Update 01.27.2026 8:30 am :

Travel Status Update – Bartholomew County

Bartholomew County has downgraded its travel status based on improving conditions across the county. While progress continues, snow- and ice-covered roads remain, especially on secondary roads and less-traveled areas.

What this means for residents:

• Travel is now permitted, but use caution

• Expect slick spots, packed snow, and icy areas, particularly in shaded locations

• Allow extra time, reduce speeds, and increase following distance

Road crews will continue working to improve conditions, and we appreciate everyone’s patience as cleanup efforts continue. Please continue to stay alert, drive cautiously, and watch for additional updates as conditions evolve.

 

A Watch means travel conditions are threatening. Only essential travel is recommended, and drivers should use extreme caution if travel is necessary.

Please continue to monitor road conditions, follow guidance from local officials, and check the Indiana Travel Status Map before heading out. We will share updates as conditions change. Stay safe!

 

Weather Update – 01.27.2026 8:30 am: 

A Cold Weather Advisory is in effect from 10 pm this evening to 11 am Wednesday.

The cold weather advisory could bring very cold  wind chills as low as 10 to 20 below zero expected across all of central Indiana.

The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures.

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Use caution while traveling outside and wear appropriate clothing, such as a hat and gloves.

 

Resources:

  • If you have an emergency: Call 911
  • Non-emergent calls: Call 812-379-1689
  • INDOT TrafficWise – www.511in.org
  • Utilities
    • Water – Columbus City Utilities – 812-372-8861
    • Power
    • Gas
      • CenterPoint – 800-227-1376

 

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