With winter weather expected to impact a large part of the state, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is asking drivers to stay home if possible.
TxDOT crews began pretreating roadways in anticipation of freezing temperatures and possible precipitation.
Hundreds of pieces of equipment have been deployed, including nearly 400 trucks for sanding and brine application. More than 1 million gallons of brine had already been used to pretreat roads.
TxDOT is urging everyone to avoid travel this weekend if possible. If you absolutely must drive, be aware of the latest road conditions.
“Roads will be dangerous, so staying off the roads is the safest option,” said TxDOT Executive Director Marc Williams.
TxDOT is closely monitoring the developing weather system and coordinating with partner agencies.
How TxDOT is preparing
Crews apply a brine solution to pretreat roads, focusing first on major highways, interstates and key connectors, as well as bridges, overpasses and known trouble spots, which are especially vulnerable to icing.
Many districts will operate around the clock once winter weather arrives, keeping crews staged and ready to respond to changing conditions.
Drivers urged to use caution
TxDOT strongly discourages travel during inclement winter weather. If travel is unavoidable, motorists are urged to slow down, take extra precautions and drive like a Texan: kind, courteous and safe.
If a vehicle begins to skid, drivers should remain calm, ease off the gas, look where they want to go and steer in that direction.
TxDOT will continue monitoring conditions and adjusting operations as needed throughout the winter weather event.
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