Monticello, GA – Road conditions across Jasper County are improving as temperatures rise today, but local officials are warning drivers that hazardous conditions could return overnight as colder air moves back in.
According to the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office, while many roads are beginning to dry, patches of snow and ice remain in some areas. Any leftover moisture or melting snow could refreeze later tonight as temperatures fall, creating slick and dangerous driving conditions.
Authorities say the highest risk will be this evening and into early Monday morning, especially on rural roads, shaded areas, bridges, and less-traveled routes where ice is slower to melt and harder to detect.
Images shared by the sheriff’s office show clear skies and improved daytime visibility on several county roads, but officials caution that appearances can be deceiving when temperatures hover near freezing.
Drivers are encouraged to slow down, increase following distance, and stay alert for unexpected icy patches, particularly during early-morning commutes. No road closures or crashes were reported as of Sunday afternoon, but deputies say conditions can change quickly overnight.
Residents in Monticello, Jasper County, and surrounding central Georgia communities are advised to continue monitoring local alerts and weather updates as fluctuating winter temperatures remain a concern.
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