Your commute could have been a lot worse but TXDOT and Wichita Falls City crews were out working hard to make sure your travels stayed safe.
Wichita Falls Streets Department had four of their six trucks out at 7 A.M. hitting the road spreading sand on trouble spots.
TXDOT also helped out by bringing in extra man power and had seven plow trucks out de-icing.
Once the snow fell and starting to turn into ice, city and TXDOT crews referred to their priority list, focusing on major streets and highways traveled by residents and also bridges and over passes.
TXDOT officials said despite roads being clear, everyone is encouraged to drive safely because tomorrow could be just as bad.
Adele Lewis PIO with Texas Department of Transportation said, "People should know where these trouble spots and be careful. Wherever you're going to have to come to a complete stop, or cross in a shady area, or drive through a curb bridge or overpass, be cautious." Lewis added, "These are the first ones to freeze and the last ones to melt off."
TXDOT officials recommend in the case of any snow or icy roads, stay home to avoid any dangerous road conditions. If you do have to commute drive very careful and slow, especially while traveling through intersections.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:38 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:38:58 GMT
The city of Burkburnett will propose changes for water conservation on Monday, including a water usage surcharge and changes to stage three drought restrictions.
The city of Burkburnett will propose changes for water conservation on Monday, including a water usage surcharge and changes to stage three drought restrictions.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:58 AM EDT2013-05-17 15:58:51 GMT
The Children's Aid Society of West Texas Inc. is having their 10th Annual Fundraiser Sunday from 1 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Outskirts, 5029 Jacksboro Highway.
The Children's Aid Society of West Texas Inc. is having their 10th Annual Fundraiser Sunday from 1 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Outskirts, 5029 Jacksboro Highway.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:39 AM EDT2013-05-17 15:39:37 GMT
By 2020, half of all Americans over age 50 are expected to have low bone density or osteoporosis, and 1 in 2 women (that's 50%) of women over 50 will break a bone due to this disease.
By 2020, half of all Americans over age 50 are expected to have low bone density or osteoporosis, and 1 in 2 women of women over 50 will break a bone due to this disease.
