AUSTIN (KXAN) — Officers and emergency staff across Central Texas said they’ve been responding to dozens of crashes since early Tuesday morning. As snow and ice accumulated on roads, ice thickened and created slick and dangerous conditions.

"It's a saltwater solution, and it helps prevent ice from bonding to roadways," Jeff Barker, a spokesperson for TxDOT, said of brine.

Austin got around half an inch of snow overnight. The National Weather Service forecasts sunny conditions later in the day. The daytime high is expected to hit 38 degrees, but the "feels like" temperature could be roughly 10 degrees lower due to wind chill.

What started off as a perfect Saturday in Austin quickly changed in the afternoon, reminding Central Texas winter is not over. From city crews, to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), to electric companies everyone is getting ready for what might happen in the next few days.

Opened in late 2012, the southern section of SH 130 has reported a 72% increase in overall traffic since 2019.

TxDOT is treating roads as the Arctic blast of cold weather hits Central Texas. Jeff Barker with the Texas Department of Transportation has more on the work being done and what you should do if you plan on being out on the roads.

Texas is getting another round of winter weather, and low temperatures risk icy conditions. Check live road closures and tips for driving safely.

Icy conditions blanket Austin-area roads, with few crashes reported. Officials advise avoiding travel if possible.

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AUSTIN (KXAN)— Officers and emergency staff across Central Texas said they’ve been responding to dozens of crashes since early Tuesday morning. As snow and ice accumulated on roads, ice thickened and created slick and dangerous conditions.

Crews are working to keep roads as safe as possible. A Texas Department of Transportation spokesperson joined KVUE Midday to provide an update on road conditions.

Austin woke up to sleet and snow accumulations ranging from half an inch to 2 inches on Tuesday morning, according to the National Weather Service.