Winter weather | Check driving conditions across Kentucky and Indiana

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Travel and going on the roadways isn't advised during the winter storm that will move through Kentucky and southern Indiana this weekend.

If you must drive, it's a good idea to check conditions before you leave the safety of your home.

Metro Louisville Conditions

Louisville Metro Public Works covers 2,750 miles of roads divided into 111 routes to systematically clear ice and snow. Snow routes get priority because they are focused on streets that carry the most traffic or connect people to big employers, neighborhoods, schools or medical facilities.

The Metro Louisville Snow Map allows you to check which streets have been treated, click here.

TRIMARC maps and area cameras to check real-time conditions and hazards on area roads. Click here.

Roads in Kentucky

Kentuckians should visit snowky.ky.gov for the latest on travel conditions.

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Districts offer a snow and ice report. Click here.

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Roads in Indiana

For the latest information concerning road conditions visit Indiana Travel Conditions, or call 1-800-261-ROAD (7623) or 5-1-1 from your cell phone. All services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

For an interactive map with cameras across Indiana, drivers can also visit 511in.org.

Preparing Your Car

While it's recommended to avoid driving during winter weather storms, AAA suggests taking a look at your car before hitting the road during the winter season.

Part of AAA's Winter Care Checklist includes:

Test battery and charging system
Check tire tread
Ensure transmission, brake and power steering fluids are at or above minimum safe levels
Check wiper blades
Create emergency road kit
- First-aid kit
- Non-perishable items
- Blankets
- Extra clothes
- Flashlight
- Ice scraper with brush
- Jumper cables

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