As winter blankets North Carolina with snow and ice, the N.C. Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is rolling up its sleeves to ensure safe travel across the state. Preparedness measures that began way back in October are now in full force; maintenance crews are actively addressing wintry conditions, clearing roads, and urging drivers to exercise caution. With safety as the primary concern, NCDOT’s message is clear: If you can avoid driving, please do so.
For those who must travel, NCDOT advises a few key tips: slow down to manage distance between vehicles, approach bridges and overpasses with extra care, as they freeze sooner than roads, and remove any accumulation of ice or snow from your car before embarking on your journey. Although these may seem like standard protocols, the early arrival of the season’s chill serves as a stark reminder of their importance. According to NCDOT’s news outlet, keeping these practices in mind can be the difference between a safe trip and a treacherous one.
Tech has a part to play in this too. DriveNC.gov ensures updated road conditions are just a click away, featuring a Snow & Ice option that provides real-time data on wintry roads to aid drivers in choosing the safest possible route. This is a tool designed to help drivers strategize their travels, equipped to turn the tide against seasonal road hazards.
Meanwhile, education on explosive handling is underway for NCDOT workers, as the department facilitates training for both new and seasoned blasters. These professionals are essential to North Carolina’s transport integrity, working year-round on projects ranging from rock disposal for pipe installations to clearing aftermaths left by rockslides. “We’ve been learning about explosive safety, how to properly set explosives and how to calculate how many explosives you need to blow apart rock,” Thomas Smith, a transportation engineering associate, told the NCDOT’s press team.
Embracing the onset of winter with rigorous preparation, 47 NCDOT employees enrolled in the blasting school. This initiative encapsulates the department’s commitment to education and safety, ensuring its staff is well-equipped for the infrastructural challenges unique to North Carolina.
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