ODOT Press Release
Freezing drizzle and mist continues to adversely affect highway conditions in the northeastern, eastern, southeastern, southwestern and southern portions of the state, and travel is discouraged in these areas. Highways remain slick and hazardous across much of the state except western, northwestern, central and far southeastern Oklahoma.
Motorists are reminded that highway conditions can rapidly deteriorate as freezing precipitation continues to fall, especially as nighttime approaches. If travel is absolutely necessary, motorists must use extreme caution and drive for the conditions. Drivers are reminded to slow down when approaching bridges and to avoid hard braking or sudden movements.
Northeastern Oklahoma, including the Tulsa metro area, continues to see freezing drizzle and deteriorating conditions. Unnecessary travel is discouraged in this area.
Highways in northern and central Oklahoma, including the Oklahoma City metro area, are mostly wet and beginning to dry. Crews will be closely monitoring highway conditions overnight and treating areas where refreezing occurs. Drivers should still use extra caution.
While conditions along the I-35 and I-44 corridors have slightly improved, crews are still treating slick spots on the interstate, especially on bridges and overpasses. Drivers using these highways can expect slow travel speeds and delays.
The I-40 corridor between Midwest City and Sallisaw continues to see significant travel delays due to ongoing freezing precipitation.
The US-69 corridor continues to see major travel delays between Big Cabin and Eufaula.
Oklahoma Department of Transportation crews continue to treat slick spots, and especially bridges and overpasses, and will continue around-the-clock operations until highways are clear and dry. Crews have plenty of salt and sand supplies on hand to continue meeting highway safety needs across the state.
Drivers who must be out should use extra caution, especially on elevated structures, and be alert to changing weather conditions. Check road conditions at https://www.okroads.org or on the Drive Oklahoma mobile app.
REMEMBER during snowy and icy conditions, motorists are asked to:
- Stay about 200 feet behind road clearing equipment; crews need room to maneuver and can engage plowing or spreading materials without notice.
- Allow extra space between vehicles to provide adequate distance for braking.
- Be aware of “black ice,” which looks wet on the roadway but is a thin layer of ice.
- Be patient, plan trips ahead and allow extra time in reaching destinations.
NOTE: The next advisory will be sent at 8 p.m. Wednesday.
To check CURRENT ROAD CONDITIONS in Oklahoma, call
ODOT’s ROAD CONDITIONS HOTLINE at 844-4OK-HWYS (844-465-4997)
or go to [www.okroads.org]www.okroads.org or follow ODOT on Twitter @OKDOT
For turnpike information, call the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority at 877-403-7623 or go to www.pikepass.com.
If drivers must travel out of state they are urged to check area road conditions before heading out.
Out-of-State Road Conditions
Arkansas 501-569-2374 [www.idrivearkansas.com]www.idrivearkansas.com
Colorado 303-639-1111 [www.cotrip.org]www.cotrip.org
Kansas 866-511-5368 www.Kandrive.org[511.ksdot.org]
Missouri 888-275-6637 [www.modot.org]www.modot.org
New Mexico 800-432-4269 [www.nmroads.com]www.nmroads.com
Texas 800-452-9292 [www.drivetexas.org]www.drivetexas.org
Please click everyone’s seat belts each and every time you drive.
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