(December 8, 2013 at 9:00 p.m.) – An ice storm is forecast from the I-95 corridor to the west, which will likely cause driving issues Monday morning. SHA crews will be out in force salting as needed overnight.

One of the primary issues reported by SHA plow drivers after the snow had ended was motorists traveling far too fast for the conditions.  Speed limits are set for optimal driving conditions.  Please keep speeds down, stay in control of the vehicle and allow SHA crews plenty of space to do their work. 

“While SHA crews will remain out overnight, any ice on the roads is dangerous and we ask motorists to avoid travel overnight and into Monday morning if possible,” said SHA Administrator Melinda B. Peters. “While every effort will be made to keep SHA’s roads clear of ice, it only takes a small area of ice to lose control of a vehicle.  PLEASE keep your speeds down if you must travel. ”

From the Emergency Operations Center, the Maryland State Highway Administration continues monitoring and managing storm response throughout the State.  For a complete listing of current incidents visit www.md511.org or www.chart.state.md.us.

Ramps, bridges and overpasses freeze first, so drivers should remain on guard at all times. If your vehicle does become disabled, make every effort to move from the travel lane and onto the shoulder. Remain alert for inactive traffic signals as a result of power outages. Use EXTREME caution and treat it is as a four-way stop – it’s the law. Remember to buckle up, “Take It Slow on Ice and Snow” and drive sober!

Sign up for SHA’s FREE service -- the “511 Traveler Information” system. Know Before You Go! Dial 511 from a land line or mobile phone for traffic, weather alerts and road conditions. For internet access, visit www.MD511.org.

Before leaving, click here for the latest road conditions, live traffic cameras and a variety of information to help with travel decisions and planning. Customers can also follow SHA on Facebook and Twitter.

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