The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for much of Kentucky, including Boone, Kenton and Campbell Counties. The advisory is in effect until 1 a.m. Tuesday.
The advisory states that people should expect scattered snow showers with a possible accumulation of between 1/2 and one inch. Wind gusts of up to 40 miles per hour may also occur.
Officials have warned that drivers should expect road conditions to change quickly in the event of snow.
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has also issued a travel advisory in conjunction with the weather advisory and has released a list of tips to help drivers mitigate any adverse conditions if they arise. They are listed below:
- Travel only when necessary during major snow events.
- Stock vehicles with ice scrapers, jumper cables, blankets, a flashlight, a cell phone charger, non-perishable snacks and a first aid kit should you get stranded on the road.
- Winterize your vehicle. Check your car battery, tire pressure and brakes. Ensure your heater, defroster, headlights and windshield wipers are working properly.
- When snow and/or ice are on roadways, drive slowly no matter what type of vehicle you drive. It takes more time and distance to stop your vehicle in poor weather, so brake early and slowly.
- Pay attention to weather advisories and allow more time to travel for routine commutes.
- Slow down when approaching intersections, off-ramps, bridges or shaded areas. These are all candidates for developing black ice – a thin coating of hard-to-see clear ice that can form on the pavement surface.
- Maintain a safe distance from snowplows and other heavy highway equipment, and do not pass snowplows on the shoulder.
- Check traffic conditions before going out by listening to local radio broadcasts or consulting commonly-used traffic apps like Google Maps and WAZE.
- Eliminate distractions while driving; don’t use your phone.
- Wear a seat belt.
Read the full advisory from the National Weather Service here.
Visit snowky.ky.gov for snow and ice resources, like priority route maps, tips and highway district updates.
