The Missouri Dept. of Transportation held its annual Winter Weather Drill last week to get ready for the season ahead.

But what kind of winter is Missouri in for?

Even MoDOT’s Chief Safety and Operations Officer Becky Allmeroth who has been with the department for 30 years is still checking multiple sources for clues.

“Look at the woolly worms,” said Allmeroth. “Look at some of the Persimmon seeds and also listen to our professionals. The meteorologists we are preparing and expecting a little more harsh winter than your average winter. So very similar to last year’s winter. That was a little above average, but we’ll absolutely be prepared.”

Allmeroth told Missourinet that the agency has filled its supplies and continues prepping for whatever the season may bring.

“Every single one of

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