PennDOT crews hit the road early ahead of winter storm

As winter weather rolls into our area today, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) crews were already hitting the road to make sure drivers could get to their destination safely.

Wade Nace, an equipment operator, has been with PennDOT for several years.

Nace has years of experience in driving both trucks and cars. He told FOX43 News that the most important part of being safe is looking out for drivers around you as well as being aware of how to maneuver your own vehicle.

PennDOT crews start to treat the roadways two days before a storm rolls in. Pre-treating the road requires salt brine, and during a storm, rock salt is put onto the roadways.