Road circumstances enhance in DeKalb County; warning suggested when touring

DEKALB COUNTY, Ala. (WAFF) – Road circumstances improved Saturday afternoon in DeKalb County after roads had been hazardous earlier within the day because of the winter climate.

Latest Update

DeKalb County Emergency Management Agency officers stated highway circumstances are usually satisfactory presently. However, warning continues to be suggested on secondary county roads, notably within the northern a part of the county and at increased elevations, the place spotty ice stays attainable. State routes and the interstate are presently in good situation.

Drivers are inspired to decelerate, stay alert for slick spots, and permit additional journey time, notably in shaded and mountainous areas.

Earlier Report

Secondary roadways north of Alabama Highway 117 have gotten hazardous as a consequence of winter climate, in response to DeKalb County Emergency Management Agency officers.

Officials stated they discourage pointless journey, and motorists who should journey ought to accomplish that with warning, particularly when accelerating and braking.

The DeKalb County Road Department District 1 is activated and might be treating space roadways.

Additional accumulating snowfall is feasible by way of midday on Saturday.

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