BRISTOL, Va. – The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) reports snow-covered conditions on area roadways in southwestern Virginia this morning: 

-          Interstates 77 and 81 are snow-covered and slick. 

-          Snow-covered and slick conditions are reported for the majority of routes throughout southwestern Virginia, including Wise, Dickenson, Bland, Tazewell, Lee, Scott, Wythe, Grayson, Washington and Smyth counties.

-          Primary routes in Buchanan and Russell counties have snow and ice patches, however, secondary routes in these counties are snow-covered and slick.     

Before beginning your trip, know the current road conditions and weather forecast.  For the latest road condition information call 5-1-1 from any wireless or landline telephone.  Outside of Virginia, call 1-800-578-4111.  Or visit VDOT on the web at VirginiaDOT.org.