Many closures of icy mountain passes are due to driver behavior, including going too fast for winter weather or failing to have proper equipment.
The Washington State Department of Transportation provided some tips to keep holiday drivers safe as they forge ahead on their Mariah Carey- and Miami Boys Choir-filled karaoke trips.
“We need everyone doing their part to help keep passes and roadways open and traffic moving," WSDOT's James Morin said in a press release.for any Apple or Android phone or device. You can also follow the WSDOT on all social media platforms, includingfor email and/or text updates. If you want to learn more about Snoqualmie Pass, make sure to sign up to receive text message alerts about significant delays by texting the number 468311 with the words "WSDOT Snoqualmie.
WSDOT also encourages travelers to practice installing chains before heading out. You wouldn't want to install a chain for the first time in cold winter conditions. Also, any tire becomes a traction tire when chains are installed.
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