TDOT preparing roads for snow

TDOT preparing roads for snow ahead of winter weather
The preparations to make our roads safe are already underway. TDOT regional communications officer Mark Nagi shares how the agency is preparing.
TDOT crews roll through East Tennessee Thursday to pre-treat roads for winter weather
Usually, crews will not use brine if they expect rain before a snowstorm. Rain can effectively wash away the chemicals and undo any work that crews do to pre-treat the roads. Mark
TDOT preps West Tennessee roads as winter storm approaches
Our main focus will be on high-traffic spots like the I-55 and I-40 bridges, as well as the I-40 flyover,” a TDOT spokesperson said.
TDOT ready for winter storm to hit TN. Roadways already being treated
TDOT wants to assure motorists that it’s ready to clear roadways of ice and snow. Crews across the Midstate are readied with snowplows and brine trucks.
TDOT discusses winter weather prep as snow event approaches
As another winter weather system approaches the region, News Channel 11 spoke with the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) to obtain insight on how its crews prepare roadways for snow and ice.
State, city, county work to prepare roads for ice and snow ahead of Knoxville winter storm
State, county and city crews are preparing as much as possible, even before the snow begins to fall. The National Weather Service says it could come as early as 8 a.m. Jan. 10, though the winter storm warning doesn't start until 10 a.m.
East Tennessee crews preparing ahead of snowy weather, TDOT says
The Tennessee Department of Transportation’s Mark Nagi stepped into the WVLT News studio Wednesday to speak on TDOT’s preparations ahead of forecasted snow.Nagi said the department is preparing, but also ready to adjust as needed.
TDOT crews busy but ready for winter storm
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This story will be updated when more information is available.