Thousands of drivers cross state highways despite closings

Thousands of drivers cross state highways despite closings

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SANTO ANTÓNIO – Drivers across the state are advised to stay off state highways and city streets, as slippery road conditions linger and threaten to worsen as night falls.

While some areas of the city appear to be deserted, others are as busy as ever.

Authorities say they want to keep the city’s highways and streets reserved for essential first aid and travel.

On Tuesday, the parking lot at the LaCantera shopping center was mostly empty, but around 1604 and on Interstate 10, traffic flowed close to normal speed on Tuesday.

Traffic was also seen flowing on Interstate 35 and other state highways in our area, which is a problem, officials say.

“This is part of our winter climate operations that we are conducting now. The teams are also going on the road and preparing them for tonight, as we are directing all traffic to the road ahead of the highway, ”said Jennifer Serold, public information officer for the Texas Department of Transportation. We want to make sure that these front roads are treated and ready for rain tonight. “

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While some local state highways may appear safe and some entry ramps have no barricades, Serold said he wanted to emphasize that they are all closed to the public for an important reason.

Unnecessary travel on city streets is discouraged. Municipal transport authorities issuing the following statement:

“The Department of Public Works continues to support the San Antonio Police Department, which is leading the emergency response to this unprecedented winter storm in San Antonio,” the city said in a statement to KSAT. “Currently, our focus is on the city’s bridges, viaducts and important intersections. The Department of Public Works is also ensuring that hospitals are accessible and that San Antonio firefighters are able to leave their stations to respond to emergency calls. “

As always, your meteorological authority’s team will keep you updated. You can get the latest forecasts at any time by checking our weather page and downloading the KSAT Weather Authority app – available for Apple and Android devices.

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