Arctic Front Raises Black Ice Risk As Temperatures Plunge
• Arctic front to cause prolonged freezing temperatures, increasing black ice risk.
• Black ice forms when wet roads refreeze, blending with asphalt and making it hard to see.
• Officials urge caution while driving and walking, advising slow movements and awareness of icy spots.
Arctic front brings risk of black ice
A powerful arctic front is poised to plunge temperatures well below freezing for a sustained period, significantly elevating the risk of black ice formation. Black ice, a perilously thin and nearly transparent layer of ice, develops when moisture on roadways refreezes, typically overnight. Its almost invisible nature, blending seamlessly with the asphalt, makes it an especially treacherous hazard for drivers and pedestrians alike.
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