In anticipation of what is estimated to be about a 1 inch snowfall for most of Kentucky’s 12 westernmost counties, some of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet crews in District 1 plan pre-treating along area highways prior to the arrival of the system.
Motorists should be alert for slow-moving trucks on the road spraying brine on bridges, overpasses, and other potential trouble spots through the morning hours.
The brine dries to a fine powder coating of salt that sticks to the road surface and is available to be activated by falling snow in the early hours of a snow and ice event. Pre-treating initially improves driving conditions, then makes it easier for crews to plow snow by keeping frozen precipitation from bonding to the driving surface.
Sunshine on Tuesday warmed pavement temperatures to help reduce the likelihood that snow will stick to roadway driving surfaces. However, the forecast includes the opportunity for localized heavy snow showers that could cause some accumulation on roadways.
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The KYTC District 1 Snow & Ice Team will continue to monitor changing conditions through the day. Area highway crews will have trucks fueled and ready to roll out should snow create potential transportation issues.
Motorists are reminded to plan ahead, monitor area media outlets for forecast updates, and adjust driving speed to meet localized weather conditions.
Updates as appropriate.
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