VDOT crews preparing for snow-ice-sleet that may impact Wednesday morning travel

Virginia Department of Transportation says its crews are mobilizing for precipitation that is forecasted to fall starting tonight into Wednesday morning. VDOT asks drivers to keep monitoring forecasts and to plan ahead for an impacted Wednesday morning commute. See National Weather Service forecast at https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.8537&lon=-77.3493&unit=0&lg=english&FcstType=graphical

Trucks will stage along roadways, ready to treat roads.

Drivers are asked to adjust trips as needed to avoid driving in slippery conditions.

Drivers are asked to:

• Stay closely tuned to weather forecasts (see National Weather Service) overnight and through the day tomorrow.

• Consider teleworking or adjusting trips around the forecast. If roads are slick, delay trips for safety.

• Ensure gas and wiper fluid tanks are full, and have a good emergency kit. Here’s how: http://www.ready.gov/car.

• Be aware that low temperatures will mean continued potential for refreeze and slick road conditions.

Visit http://www.virginiadot.org/novaemergency for the latest updates and resources from VDOT in northern Virginia.

Follow @vadotnova on Twitter. Check http://www.511virginia.org or the 511 mobile app for traffic conditions and lane closures.

Get more details on snow removal in northern Virginia at http://www.virginiadot.org/projects/northern_virginia/northern_virginia_snow_learn_more.asp