Georgia Department of Transportation begins brining roads ahead of possible snow and ice [Video]

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) – The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) began treating roads with brine Sunday morning ahead of possible wintry weather.

GDOT said in a press release that crews are applying brine – a solution of salt and water used to decrease the probability of freezing – to interstates, state routes, bridges and overpasses across the state in anticipation of freezing rain, sleet, ice and snow next week.

“Crews will be prepared to plow, salt, or brine roads as needed,” the department said.

“Brine tanks remain full across the district after last week’s winter weather event,” GDOT said of brining operations in north Georgia, referring to the recent ice and snowfall in the region. “However, crews will be prepared to mix more brine solution as needed.”

GDOT said drivers should expect delays, and should use caution, while traveling through work zones. The department is asking drivers to …