WSET.com - ABC13Crews Still Working to Clear Roads

Update 11 a.m.:

Even though most of that snow is starting to melt, public works crews are still hard at work Monday.

In Lynchburg, crews say primary and secondary roads are in good shape. They hope to have all residential streets plowed by the end of Monday.

VDOT officials hope to have all secondary roads treated by early Monday afternoon.

One challenge crews are facing is snow falling off of trees and power lines and back onto roadways even after they've been plowed because the snow is so heavy.

Officials say major interstates have been cleared and traffic there should be running smoothly. The biggest concern is heading into Monday night when snow is expected to refreeze.

VDOT and public works will have a few crews in overnight to treat those slick spots, but drivers should expect conditions to deteriorate again.

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Lynchburg, VA- Major roads in our area are generally cleared of snow, but VDOT officials are urging drivers to be careful through Monday morning because of icy conditions.

Most secondary routes are snow or ice covered at this time. 

VDOT will continue to plow and treat state-maintained roads as needed. 

Any moisture left on the roads due to melting will  likely refreeze overnight and into the early hours of Tuesday. 

VDOT offers the following tips for driving in winter weather:

• Postpone unnecessary travel until conditions improve. If you must drive, know the current road conditions and weather forecasts.
• Slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination.
• Be aware of potentially icy areas such as bridges, overpasses and shady spots. Also, if there is heavy snow, ice or high winds, be alert to potential driving hazards including downed branches, trees and power lines.
• Keep a safe distance of at least five seconds behind other vehicles and snowplows.
• Do not pass a snowplow unless it is absolutely necessary. Remember, the plow is clearing a path for you.

For the latest on road conditions and traffic during winter storms or any day of the year, call 511 or visit www.511Virginia.org .

For more information about VDOT's snow efforts and to find winter driving tips and other information, visit www.VirginiaDOT.org .