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Mississippi Department of Transportation urges residents to stay safe amid winter weather

Mississippi Department of Transportation crews and first responders are working tirelessly to maintain safety on the state’s roads amid ongoing winter weather conditions, according to a social media post from MDOT.

The department urged residents to stay home unless travel is absolutely necessary. Officials emphasized the importance of prioritizing safety during the severe weather, which has affected roads and bridges across the state.

MDOT encouraged Mississippians to take care of one another and to follow safety protocols. The message comes as crews continue their efforts to clear and monitor hazardous travel conditions, while residents are asked to support these efforts by limiting travel to emergencies only.

MDOT’s post highlighted the ongoing commitment of first responders and transportation crews to keep the public safe during challenging winter weather.

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Jon Ross Myers

Jon Ross Myers is the executive editor and publisher of the Mississippi News Network, Mississippi's largest digital only media company. He can be reached at editor@tippahnews.com

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