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Blizzard-like conditions and wrecks prompted state authorities to close all interstate highways in Oklahoma City along with the H.E. Bailey and Turner turnpikes.
NewsOK A wintry mix of rain, sleet and snow is expected to hit after noon today, reducing visibility outdoors as a winter weather warning remains in effect for... The Oklahoma Highway Patrol closed Oklahoma City interstates about 2:30 p.m. Troopers had previously closed eastbound Interstate 40 at U.S. 81 in El Reno.
The H.E. Bailey Turnpike, which is the portion of Interstate 44 extending southwest from Newcastle to the Texas state line, is closed because of the weather, the patrol reported.
The Turner Turnpike, which is the portion of I-44 extending northeast from Oklahoma City to Tulsa, is also closed because of the weather, Oklahoma Turnpike Authority Jack Damrill said.
Military vehicles are being dispatched to H.E. Bailey Turnpike to pick up stranded motorists, Damrill said.
It's unknown how many motorists may be stranded on the turnpikes.
"We've got a couple troopers stranded," Damrill said.
Officials have not estimated when the roadways will reopen.
Troopers have reported numerous weather-related wrecks across the state because of today's storm.
