VDOT: Road conditions across Southwest Virginia

By: VDOT Press Release | VDOT
Published: February 19, 2012

BRISTOL, Va. - --

BRISTOL - The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) reports the following road conditions in southwestern Virginia as of 4 p.m.:

- Interstate 81 has snow and ice patches in Washington County, however, snow is currently falling in some areas so be alert to rapidly changing conditions.
- Sections of Interstate 81 in Smyth and Wythe counties are snow-covered.
- Interstate 77 has snow and ice patches, however, be alert to rapidly changing conditions.
- The majority of primary and secondary roads in Smyth, Wythe, Grayson, Bland, Tazewell, Wise and Russell counties are snow-covered and slick.
- In Washington, Dickenson and Buchanan counties, primary routes have snow and ice patches and secondary routes are snow-covered.
- Primary highways in Lee and Scott County are currently clear but wet. Be alert to snow patches on secondary routes.

VDOT offers the following tips for driving in winter weather:

· Postpone unnecessary travel until conditions improve. If you must drive, know the current road conditions and weather forecasts.
· Slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination.
· Be aware of potentially icy areas such as bridges, overpasses and shady spots. Also, if there is heavy snow, ice or high winds, be alert to potential driving hazards including downed branches, trees and power lines.
· Keep a safe distance of at least five seconds behind other vehicles and snowplows.
· Do not pass a snowplow unless it is absolutely necessary. Remember, the plow is clearing a path for you.

For the latest on road conditions and traffic during winter storms or any day of the year, call 511 or visit www.511Virginia.org. For more information about VDOT’s snow efforts and to find winter driving tips and other information, visit www.VirginiaDOT.org.

VDOT: Road conditions across Southwest Virginia

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