In short, the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development is saying we need to stay off the roads for anything that isn't deemed essential travel for our own safety.
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Yep, it’s cold. And bundle up, this bone-chilling cold snap is not over yet. How about -12 degrees when you wake up Tuesday morning?
These are some of the coldest temperatures Kansas City has ever recorded.
And we’re not getting above freezing until the weekend.
It looks like Sunday is shaping up to be a relatively tropical 40 degrees.
The Illinois Department of Transportation offers tips to keep you safe in snowy, cold and icy conditions
Published on February 15, 2021 at 10:43 am
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Parts of the Chicago area could see more than a foot of snow as a major blast of winter weather hits the region again starting Monday.
When bad weather hits, it s always best to stay off the roads. If you don t have a choice, the Illinois Department of Transportation has important information to keep you safe.
IDOT recommends that drivers:
Always wear a seat belt. It’s the law in Illinois.
Slow down. Slower speeds, slower acceleration, slower steering and slower braking all are required in winter driving conditions.