Gritters out on Devon's roads tonight as sub-zero temperatures are forecast
Gritters will be out on Devon’s major roads during the night as forecasters warn of a drop to sub-zero temperatures.
Motorists are being urged to take extra caution on the roads tonight and tomorrow morning when temperatures are expected to drop below freezing.
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Highways crews will be gritting the regions roads from 1am and possibly again at 6am.
Councillor Stuart Hughes, Cabinet member for Highways and Transportation, said: “Obviously with all the recent flooding and so much water running off from the surrounding land, freezing temperatures could bring extremely icy conditions.
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“Whilst the gritters will be out in force, don’t assume a road has been treated.
“I would advise residents to drive with extreme caution certainly over the coming days whilst freezing temperatures are expected.”
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