Union County, AR – Drivers traveling through southern Union County are being urged to avoid Highway 335 near Orear today after deputies reported the roadway is completely impassable due to dangerous ice conditions.
According to the Union County Sheriff’s Department, ice sheeting has formed along a curve on Highway 335 in the Orear area, creating extremely hazardous driving conditions. Deputies responding to the scene said multiple vehicles have already slid off the roadway and into ditches because of the slick surface.
Authorities say the curve along Highway 335 has become a solid sheet of ice, making it unsafe for travel in either direction. Emergency crews remain on scene managing traffic and assisting motorists, but officials warn conditions may continue to worsen as temperatures remain low.
The Arkansas Highway Department has been notified, but officials say it may take some time before road crews are able to arrive and treat the affected area. Until then, drivers are strongly encouraged to seek alternate routes and delay non-essential travel.
The impacted stretch of Highway 335 serves as a connector route for residents traveling between rural Union County communities and the greater El Dorado area, increasing concern for commuters unfamiliar with the curve where the ice has accumulated.
Deputies emphasized that even vehicles with four-wheel drive are at risk in these conditions, noting that ice sheeting significantly reduces traction and control.
Motorists are asked to monitor local weather updates, slow down on all untreated roads, and avoid Highway 335 near Orear until conditions improve.
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