Ice Continues To Cover Some Area Bridges

 MDOT RELEASE

Jackson, Miss. – The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is reporting ice on roads and bridges in several counties in north Mississippi. MDOT crews are currently working to place salt and slag on the affected bridges.

COURTESY MDOT

Ice has been reported in the following counties: Alcorn, Benton, Chickasaw, Itawamba, Lee, Marshall, Pontotoc, Prentiss, Tippah and Union.

MDOT does not anticipate any road or bridge closures due to winter weather at this time; however, motorists should use extreme caution when traveling through the affected counties.

To stay up-to-date on current road and travel conditions, visit MDOTtraffic.com, download the free MDOT Traffic mobile app or like and follow @MississippiDOT on Facebook and Twitter.

MDOT’s number one priority is the safety of the traveling public, and using safe driving techniques is one way to ensure you “survive your drive” during winter weather. MDOT offers these safe driving tips:

• Buckle up and slow down.
• Use headlights to be more visible to other motorists.
• Avoid distractions such as talking on a cell phone and texting.
• Brake early and gently to avoid skidding and never slam on the brakes.

For additional winter weather safety and preparation tips, visit GoMDOT.com/winter.