As light snow continues to fall across Lexington, motorists are urged to remain cautious while driving. While main roads are clear, some neighborhood and side roads could be slushy or partially snow-covered. Forecasts call for snow showers to continue which may recoat roadways that had previously been cleared so drivers will need to remain alert.
Crews from Streets & Roads and Water Quality have been out since Sunday treating roads per the City’s snow plan. They will remain on duty throughout the day and into the evening and will be responding to calls for emergency treatment on roadways, bridges, hills and overpasses.
Between midnight and 10 a.m., the Lexington Police Department responded to 26 non-injury collisions, 7 calls for motorist/pedestrian assistance and six traffic hazards.
Motorists should always be aware of road conditions and how weather changes can affect road surfaces. Bridges, overpasses, sidewalks and parking lots will freeze before the roadway. And with any winter weather event, motorists are reminded to drive slowly, increase following distance, and always wear their seat belts, and ensure that everyone else in your vehicle is buckeled up as well.
The Office of Homelessness Prevention and Intervention’s Community Emergency Winter Weather plan remains active through the morning of Feb. 3 due to the cold temperatures. If you know of or see someone that appears to be in need of emergency shelter, call (859) 533-9199. If it is between the hours of 10 p.m. and 8 a.m., call (859) 494-0470. For a list of all available shelters and transportation services, as well as other resources, visit uwbg211.org.
How to stay informed during the winter season
Website: Get the most up-to-date information about the measures the City is taking to ensure the wellness and safety of our residents at lexingtonky.gov/snowupdates. You can also view the snow and ice control plan with street and sidewalk rankings.
Social media: Get information on accidents, lane blockages, snow-and-ice trouble spots and road closures through the City’s Twitter accounts at @lexwrecks and @lexkypolice. General information, including, emergency and time-sensitive information, is available on the City’s Facebook account.
Traffic cameras: Traffic at major intersections can be viewed in real-time through the city’s traffic cameras at lexingtonky.gov/traffic.
