FLAGSTAFF, AZ — The Arizona Department of Transportation is cautioning drivers to avoid traveling in the high country during the upcoming snow storms.
ADOT says to delay travel if possible for your own safety and to allow snowplows a clear pathway to clear the highways.
On Thursday, a powerful storm is forecasted to sweep through Arizona, bringing another round of strong winds, rain and snow.
During last week's snow storm, ADOT reported multiple slide-offs and crashes, which caused hours-long delays and some highways to be shut down.
With more winter storms forecast over the next several days, ADOT strongly urges drivers to delay travel during winter weather. In addition to helping keep yourself and others safe, this will allow ADOT snowplows to clear highways efficiently.
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If you must travel during snowfall, officials recommend packing a winter travel kit to include the following items: food, water, medication, a first-aid kit, warm clothing, extra blankets, an ice scraper, kitty litter or sand for tire traction, and a fully charged cellphone.
Drivers should make sure vehicles are in good condition, including working headlights, brake lights, defroster and windshield wipers, and keep gas tanks at least three-quarters full.
To track the latest weather conditions from the National Weather Service, click here.
ADOT says the department has 200 snowplows and 400 operators who work around the clock when snow hits to clear the highways of ice and now.
Drivers should never tailgate snowplows and always leave at least four car-lengths of space between. Officials caution drivers to never try to pass a snowplow.
For the latest road/highway conditions in Arizona, click here.
Find more winter driving safety tips, click here.
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