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Tuesday morning winter weather could make for snowy roads

Check forecasts and road conditions before driving,

Plan extra time for your morning commute

National Weather Service forecasts predict chances of snow accumulating across east central Indiana starting before and during the Tuesday morning rush hours. Early morning temperatures will start off below freezing, and roads could become snow covered or icy depending on location and snow amounts. The potential exists for intense snow near Interstate 70 that could limit visibility and quickly deteriorate driving conditions. INDOT’s yellow trucks will be deployed early Tuesday – ahead of predicted snowfall – to monitor developing conditions and treat highways with salt until temperatures rise and snow subsides. Plan extra time for your morning commute. Check for the latest updates on weather forecasts and current road conditions before driving Tuesday morning. Drivers often aren’t prepared for winter driving - especially early in the season - and forget to take it slow. The first snow events of the season typically bring higher rates of crashes and slide-offs as motorists get re-accustomed to driving in winter weather. Pay attention. Avoid all distractions and focus only on the task of driving safely. Be aware of your surroundings, drive defensively and be alert for others who are not driving safely.

Slow down. Accelerating, braking and turning take longer on snow-covered roads. Plan ahead and give yourself time to drive slowly and safely. Don't put yourself and others in a dangerous situation by being in a rush.

Keep a safe distance. Brake early and don’t tailgate. Keep enough distance ahead to make sure your vehicle is able to stop safely – especially if visibility is limited. The National Weather Service offers an easy and convenient graphical forecast tool at digital.weather.gov. INDOT offers links to many winter weather resources, including road condition information and winter driving safety tips, at winter.indot.in.gov. Subscribe to receive text and email alerts about INDOT projects and services at http://bit.ly/INDOTsubscription. Find links to INDOT’s regional Facebook and Twitter pages at http://bit.ly/INDOTsocial. INDOT will post winter operations updates tagged #INDOTWinterOps.