Minnesota DOT issues travel advisory for southeastern portion of Minnesota
AMES, Iowa – Feb. 8, 2010, (10 a.m.) – In coordination with the Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT), the Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) is forwarding this important travel information to Iowans.
“The Mn/DOT advises no unnecessary travel in southeastern Minnesota due to snow and ice compacted roads and reduced visibility.
No closures of interstate highways or other roads are anticipated at this time; however, motorists may encounter brief lane closures where crashes occur. Driving conditions are currently difficult to hazardous across southeastern Minnesota.
Mn/DOT reminds motorists to follow safe winter driving practices. Motorists should:
- Drive slowly on bridges, overpasses and tunnels.
- Use a safe speed for winter driving conditions, regardless of the posted speed limit.
- Not apply brakes on ice, which may easily cause a vehicle to skid.
- Do not use cruise control.
- Keep a safe stopping distance from the vehicle in front of you.
- Not use a cell phone while driving and remember that texting is prohibited while driving in Minnesota.
- Keep both hands on the steering wheel, your eyes on the road and your attention on your driving.
Mn/DOT crews are doing their part to make highways safe.”
For the latest Minnesota road condition information, call 511 while in that state (for outside of Minnesota and in bordering communities call 800-542-0220) or visit 511mn.org on the Internet.
The Iowa DOT will be monitoring road conditions and issuing additional alerts, as warranted. For the latest Iowa road conditions, visit 511ia.org or call 511 (for outside of Iowa or in bordering communities, call 800-288-1047).
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Editor’s note: The Ice and Snow…Take it Slow logo is available at:
http://www.iowadot.gov/winterSafety/logos.html
