Transportation Cabinet crews still battling snow; please drive with caution

FLEMINGSBURG, Ky. – Road crews in Department of Highways District 9 continue to fight snow throughout northeast Kentucky.
At 5 a.m., Jan.8, crews in Bath, Boyd, Carter, Elliott, Fleming, Greenup, Lewis, Mason, Nicholas and Rowan counties were out plowing and treating roads - finishing up most Priority A routes (such as I-64, US 23, KY 32, AA) and starting on Priority B routes, which remain mostly to partly covered with snow.
Temperature is averaging 12 degrees, with scattered flurries. High wind has caused drifting of snow in some areas.
Motorists should be mindful of snow remaining on roads during the morning commute, and should watch for slick spots.
Drivers should reduce speeds on snow-covered roads, give themselves plenty of time to reach destinations and leave extra space between other vehicles. And remember, bridges and overpasses can freeze before roadways.
The KYTC would like to remind everyone that winter weather road conditions are described in the following manner:
Wet Pavement – Ice could form as temperatures drop.
Partly Covered – Markings may be obscured by snow, slush or ice.
Mostly Covered by snow, slush or ice.
Completely Covered by snow, slush or ice.
Impassable – Conditions unsuitable for all but emergency travel.
Motorists are reminded to share the road with KYTC equipment and always buckle up and Drive Smart.
Find out where KYTC snow plows are on highways online at http://kytcgis.ky.gov/snow_ice/.
Statewide travel information and assistance is available by calling 511 or logging onto the 511 website at http://511.ky.gov.