RELEASE: CONTACT:

IMMEDIATE Brenda Waters 276-669-9999 bristolinfo@VDOT.Virginia.gov Michelle Earl 276-669-9901

BRIS-4am Dec. 9, 2005

Slick roadways reported in areas of southwestern Virginia (Tuesday, December 9, 2005 - 4 a.m.)

BRISTOL, Va. – The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) reports motorists may encounter slick travel conditions this morning in areas of southwestern Virginia:

- Be alert to icy spots on Interstate 81 in Wythe County.

- Icy patches are reported along the entire Interstate77 corridor in Virginia.

- In Grayson County, snow and ice-covered sections of roadway are reported on Route 58 between Independence and Galax, Routes 89 and 94, and the majority of secondary routes.

- Slush and ice-covered sections of roadway are reported on the majority of primary and secondary routes in Wythe and Bland counties.

- Icy spots are reported on Routes 16, 19, 61, 91 and the majority of secondary routes in Tazewell County.

Before beginning your trip, know the current road conditions and weather forecast. For statewide highway information 24-hours-a-day, call the Highway Helpline at 1-800-367-ROAD, a free nationwide service of the Virginia Department of Transportation. TTY users should call 1-800-432-1843 for the same service.

The latest road condition information is also available by calling 511, or by visiting VDOT on the web at VirginiaDOT.org.