A winter weather advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Saturday at 8:12 p.m. valid from Sunday 4 p.m. until Monday 4 p.m. for Eastern Curry County and Josephine County.
The weather service states, "Total snow accumulations between 4 and 11 inches above 2000 feet. 1 to 4 inches of snow anticipated below 2000 feet."
"Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute," says the weather service. "Slow down and use caution while traveling."
Winter Weather Driving Safety: Navigating the Chill
Winter weather can make driving treacherous, leading to over 6,000 weather-related vehicle fatalities and over 480,000 injuries each year. When traveling during snow or freezing rain, prioritize safety by slowing down. In near-freezing temperatures, it's safest to assume that icy conditions exist on roadways and adjust your driving accordingly.
Be cautious of ice accumulating on power lines or tree branches, which can lead to snapping and falling hazards. If possible, avoid driving in such conditions. If you must venture out, opt for routes with fewer trees and power lines. Never touch a downed power line, and immediately dial 911 if you come across one.
Additional Winter Weather Driving Tips:
- Share your travel plans: Inform family or friends of your destination, planned route, and estimated time of arrival.
- Prepare your vehicle: Ensure gas tank is full and equip vehicle with essential winter supplies.
- Stay calm when stranded: Notify someone about your situation, avoid attempting to walk to safety.
- Be mindful of snow plows: Keep an eye out for snow plows and allow them ample room to pass.
- Check road conditions: Verify the current road conditions before embarking on your journey.
Stay safe on wintry roads with these valuable winter driving tips from the weather service, and reduce the risk of accidents during challenging weather conditions.
Advance Local Weather Alerts is a service provided by United Robots, which uses machine learning to compile the latest data from the National Weather Service.
