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The National Weather Service is currently forecasting a mix of sleet and rain to begin after midnight and ending in the early morning on Sunday. The temperatures in the District could drop to near freezing overnight. The District snow team has started to pre-treat elevated surfaces, bridges, overpasses and ramps and will monitor for icy conditions, treating roadways when necessary.

Motorists are advised to be cautious and and especially aware of icy conditions including black ice.

DDOT and DPW remind commuters and residents to:

• Remember that driving on ice is significantly different than driving on snow.
• Use extreme caution and maintain safe speeds and distances from other vehicles.
• Remember even a 4-wheel drive SUV does not perform well in ice and additional safety measures should be followed.
• Be aware of road conditions, particularly black ice which can be deceptive in its appearance giving the driver a false sense of security on the road.
• Watch for slippery bridge decks, even when the rest of the pavement is in good condition. Bridge decks will ice up sooner than the adjacent pavement.
• Remember to keep a safe distance from emergency and snow vehicles and please use caution when attempting to pass a snowplow. Give the drivers plenty of room to safely do their jobs.