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• 5 hours ago

  iowadot

  We start the morning with an expanded Ice Storm Warning in east/southeast counties with completely covered (pink) roads. Most of the rest of the state is partially covered (blue). Surface temps will be key to melting and safe driving today. Take it slow if you have to go! https://t.co/aNgYrEwjAk

• 16 hours ago

  iowadot

  It's slick in several western Iowa counties and most of the I-29 corridor. Travel is already hazardous as the system moves from W to E across Iowa. Expect impacts to continue overnight. Stay home if you can or stay on top of road conditions by checking https://t.co/gt4AdbKOoW! https://t.co/PbTOMZxoVa

• 17 hours ago

  iowadot

  @iowastatepatrol Troopers in western Iowa are reporting and assisting with multiple crashes and vehicles in ditches due to rapidly forming icy conditions. When they say it's not good out there and to stay off the roads...then it's not good out there! https://t.co/GURGIs3sm2

• 20 hours ago

  iowadot

  As we brace for our first major winter weather, we'll keep the roads as clear and drivable as possible for you. Learn how we share our expertise and industry partnerships to get you the info you need to make smarter, safer winter travel decisions: https://t.co/QlQcRds3M3 https://t.co/bKj2yedsyF

• 20 hours ago

  iowadot

  US 63 between US 6 and Tama is now open for area travelers - see details here: https://t.co/5PYOwCYc5p

• 23 hours ago

  iowadot

  @OffGridOutlaw Thank you SO MUCH for your service to Iowans! We sure appreciate you, and hope the information we provide helps you make safe travel decisions.

• 1 day ago

  iowadot

  Most of us are under a Freezing Rain Advisory with Ice Storm Warning in eastern counties tonight. Travel could get treacherous through Saturday AM. Do you really need to go out? If so, check https://t.co/gt4AdbKOoW and stay updated on forecasts. If not, pack it in Iowa! https://t.co/KzYDmP2CAd

• 1 day ago

  iowadot

  When Iowa Nice becomes Iowa Ice! A robust system moves across the state later today into Saturday that could drop all types of wintry precipitation. Remember where ice forms fast? Take it slow to keep control on these exposed stretches. Check https://t.co/gt4AdbKOoW. #IowaIce https://t.co/wkHYQdMuiw

• 1 day ago

  iowadot

  Ho-Ho-How about a REAL ID on your Christmas list? The REAL ID deadline is May 7, 2025 - 6 months away! Santa says it's easy - just visit: https://t.co/RIuXP076V1 to see what documents you need to bring and schedule your appointment at the DMV this holiday season! https://t.co/oobcSIaFV1

• 1 day ago

  iowadot

  Q: What did one Christmas tree say to the other? A: You need to lighten up! And so should our vehicles. At the holidays, turning on your headlights isn’t only about seeing your way over the valley and through the woods. It's also about being seen. https://t.co/FXf1IrVtEC https://t.co/uBsy58o4FJ

• 1 day ago

  iowadot

  Friday and Saturday could pose some of your new teen driver's first frigid and icy conditions. This is a key learning time. Are you having important winter driving conversations ahead of the storm? Use these talking points and tips to set expectations. #TeenDrivers #PlanAhead https://t.co/at8voATvVg

• 2 days ago

  iowadot

  Our "Fun and Altered" photo Category can be spellbinding, taking a photo to a new level. Have your own fun and try out this concept in our annual DOT Photo Contest. The deadline for submissions is Feb. 2, 2025. Let's Go! https://t.co/uR6dueCUsq https://t.co/aYXl6KUpuI

• 2 days ago

  iowadot

  🌡️ 🌨️ This active weather pattern continues. Look for stubborn wind chills to remain in the single digits. Another system brings a mixed bag of precipitation, but FREEZING RAIN appears most likely from Friday late PM through Saturday AM. Check https://t.co/gt4AdbKOoW! https://t.co/j9FJhaqGut

• 2 days ago

  iowadot

  Like Rudolph's nose shows the way, get lightning-fast push notifications for your routes on your mobile phone. Set up a 511 account (on 511 app/website). Go to your 511 app. Tap on Favorites, then Locations, then Edit your saved route and toggle on Push Notifications. #Your511 https://t.co/HsI1SFRUjf

• 3 days ago

  iowadot

  Several roads are still partially covered this morning in several counties in north central, central, and eastern Iowa. There may not be a lot of melting today, so keep checking road conditions and plow locations on https://t.co/gt4AdbKOoW so you're in the know before you go! https://t.co/nClOwvtsHn

• 3 days ago

  IDOT_Illinois

  RT @NWSQuadCities: Some roads are slick with accumulated snowfall! Additional snow showers will move east across eastern Iowa and into nort…

• 3 days ago

  iowadot

  *12-10-24 8:45 p.m. * Snow showers are sticking on grass and roads are partially covered in parts of northern Iowa. Check https://t.co/gt4AdbKOoW before your next commute. There's more precip on the way Friday and Saturday with bouts of snow, ️freezing rain, sleet, and rain. https://t.co/vjlsCht2iI

• 4 days ago

  iowadot

  📸🚂 Capture the adventure and beauty of transportation in Iowa, and share it in our annual DOT Photo Contest. Submit up to 20 digital photos across 22 different categories. The deadline for submissions is Feb. 2, 2025. Enter today! https://t.co/uR6dueCUsq https://t.co/WZ6k7XYsNC

• 4 days ago

  iowadot

  Get behind the wheel of a big orange truck this winter! Our maintenance garages are hiring temporary winter help to plow snow and do other maintenance tasks that keep the roads safer. Pay is $20.35/hr. and hours will vary. To find out more and apply: https://t.co/uhcWwqHcXv https://t.co/2ixHHpp3RL

• 4 days ago

  iowadot

  We're sorry for any inconvenience...but the team in our Sioux City DMV will be in training on Thursday, Dec. 19, from 8:00-10:15 a.m. for staff training. Thanks for your understanding as we work to improve your experience when you come to see us! https://t.co/4xRqyQhTp8

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