KYTC District 7 continuing to plow and treat routes
Snow and extremely low temperatures
LEXINGTON, Ky. (Jan. 16, 2024) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises that District 7 personnel have worked overnight plowing and treating routes. Crews continue to work this morning to clear roadways. The 12 counties in the district are evaluated individually based on location, terrain and temperatures.
Cold Stress:
When exposed to cold temperatures, blood vessels in the skin, arms, and legs narrow. This helps vital organs stay warm but decreases the blood flow to fingers and toes. Overexposure to cold puts people at risk for frostbite and hypothermia. Wind Chill Increases Heat Loss. When the air temperature is –30°C:
- with 16 km/h wind (a flag will be fully extended) skin can freeze in about a minute
- with 48 km/h wind skin can freeze in 30 seconds
Tips to avoid cold stress:
- Wear the proper clothing for the weather conditions. Stay up to date on weather forecast to know if you need to dress for the cold, wet or windy weather.
- Wear layers of clothing to help keep warm.
- Stay dry while working. Be prepared with a change of clothes if needed.
- Schedule work during the warmest part of the day whenever possible.
- Take short breaks in warm areas.
- Avoid working alone. Try to work in pairs so one worker can recognize the dangers of the cold.
For more information: https://www.osha.gov/winter-weather/cold-stress
Forecast from the National Weather Service: https://www.weather.gov/lmk/weatherstory
District 7 includes: Anderson, Bourbon, Boyle, Clark, Fayette, Garrard, Jessamine, Madison, Mercer, Montgomery, Scott and Woodford Counties
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