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FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – Interstate 95 travelers in the Fredericksburg area may encounter brief delays today as a mobile operation of Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) crews pre-treat the interstate with a brine solution ahead of light snow forecast for Monday, Jan. 15.
Pre-treatment will begin around 9 a.m. today and continue through the day until complete on Interstate 95 northbound and southbound between exits 98 (Route 30/Doswell) and 150 (Route 619/Triangle).
Virginia State Police will escort the slow-moving equipment to ensure tanker trucks applying the brine and crash cushion trucks can travel together. Tanker trucks travel at slower speeds to spray the brine solution on the road with precision, and to ensure an adequate amount is absorbed in the pavement.
Travelers are urged to yield and not pass the mobile operation.
Crews will pre-treat more than 300 lane miles of I-95, ramps and overpasses in the Fredericksburg area.
Pre-treatment helps to prevent ice from bonding to the pavement during winter weather, which can reduce the risk of hazardous travel conditions and assist crews with snow and ice removal.
On Monday, primary roads (routes numbered 1-599) in the Fredericksburg area, Northern Neck and Middle Peninsula will be pre-treated with brine.
Today, potential conditions exist for snow squalls in Stafford, Spotsylvania, and King George counties between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., as well as in areas north and west of the Fredericksburg region. Snow squalls are quick-moving bursts of snow that do not result in significant accumulation but can severely reduce motorist visibility. Follow weather and news sources closely if traveling today and stay alert for any snow squall warnings. Avoid and delay travel in areas where a snow squall warning is issued.
For Monday, travelers should be aware that light snow may affect their route in the Fredericksburg area, Northern Neck and Middle Peninsula. Snow is anticipated to begin in the Middle Peninsula during Monday afternoon, and in the Northern Neck and Fredericksburg area on Monday evening. Even with pretreatment, roads could quickly become slick once snow begins. Motorists should plan to travel with extreme caution. Adjust travel plans to avoid driving while snow is falling along your route. Continue to monitor weather and news sources for the latest forecast information, as the timing of the storm's arrival may change.
In addition to pre-treating roads, VDOT crews are preparing staff, equipment, and road treatment materials, and are monitoring weather forecasts. Crews will mobilize Monday ahead of the anticipated light snow to treat state-maintained roads as needed to add traction for motorists and reduce icing.
For more details on how VDOT prepares for winter weather, visit VDOT's winter driving page.
511Virginia
Real-time road conditions are available on 511Virginia. Before starting a trip, review road conditions along your entire route, as conditions may vary between regions.
Download the free mobile 511Virginia app for Apple and Android devices to stay connected or visit 511Virginia.org. Motorists also can reach 511Virginia by calling 511 from any phone in Virginia.
Customer Service Center
For questions or to report hazardous road conditions, contact VDOT’s 24-hour Customer Service Center by visiting my.vdot.virginia.gov or calling 800-FOR-ROAD (367-7623).
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VDOT’s 14-county Fredericksburg District includes the counties of Caroline, King George, Spotsylvania and Stafford in the Fredericksburg area; Northumberland, Richmond, Lancaster and Westmoreland counties in the Northern Neck; Essex, Gloucester, King & Queen, King William, Mathews and Middlesex counties in the Middle Peninsula.
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