The Mississippi Department of Transportation is urging motorists to avoid traveling on roads unless absolutely necessary. Officials recommend exercising extreme caution if travel is unavoidable.
Drivers are advised to carry emergency supplies in their vehicles in case they become stranded or slide off the roadway. Staying informed about current road conditions is essential during winter weather.
Motorists can check real-time updates through the MDOT Traffic app or by visiting MDOTtraffic.com, according to the department.
Jon R Myers is the executive editor of Alcorn County News and the founder of the Mississippi News Group, which he started in 2013 to cover communities across North Mississippi. He also founded the Mississippi Sports Group in 2006, which grew from a single community publication into a statewide network covering high school and college athletics. He reports on local government, public safety, schools and community life in Corinth and Alcorn County, working from public meetings, agency records and interviews with the people involved. Contact him at editor@alcornnewsms.com with news tips or corrections. For a correction, include the article link and supporting source material.
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