Gloucester Township Public Works, Camden County Public Works, and New Jersey Department of Transportation crews have been working hard all day to keep our local, county, and state roads clear and salted. ❄️⛄️
⚠️ If you're traveling tonight or tomorrow morning, please use caution as melted snow could refreeze and cause black ice conditions. ⚠️
Tips for Driving in Black Ice Conditions- If you’re driving where or when black ice can occur, remember these tips:
✅ Listen for the sound of water coming off the tires, if it starts to get quieter this could be the start of black ice.
✅Watch the car’s thermometer to help alert the driver to this change in condition.
✅ Watch oncoming traffic are they driving slower than usual, what about car way ahead in your lane.
✅ Drive slowly. Speeding when there is a possibility for black ice will give you less control if you do encounter an ice patch.
✅ The distance you need to stop your vehicle on black ice can be nine times the distance required to stop on a dry road.
✅ Use your headlights in the afternoon and evening to help you see any shiny spots on the road that could be black ice.
✅ Check your tire tread. If it is worn, you will have less traction if you hit a black ice patch.
✅ When there is a potential for black ice, never drive with your cruise control active.
✅ Steer slowly; keep your car in balance.
✅ Wear your seat belt
