TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) - Unfamiliar sounds in Tallahassee are the trucks spreading sand on the streets and bridges in anticipation of a winter storm.
Tuesday night was the first time the Tallahassee has used a sand truck, which they got in November.
Around 40 bridges were sanded Tuesday night because bridges are usually the first roads to freeze. The cold weather can freeze both above and below the bridge.
City crews tell us that because of that fact it is extremely important to make sure the bridges are well covered with sand to prevent drivers sliding on icy roads.
If you are out driving, please be aware of the crews who will be working.
Copyright 2017 WTXL via Raycom News Network. All rights reserved.
MOBILE USERS: Download our WTXL news app on your Apple and Android devices for the latest from South Georgia and North Florida. Also, download our WTXL First Alert Weather app for Apple and Android devices to get the latest local weather wherever you go.
Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for additional local news and hourly updates.
