Kingsport preparing for latest storm
KINGSPORT — Kingsport continued to pre-treat major roadways and bridges throughout Sunday and into Monday morning in preparation for the latest in a series of winter snow events.
As with all localities in the region, Kingsport has a plan in place to manage this event with salt reserves at lower than desired levels.
“Everyone in the region is continuing to struggle with salt deliveries,” Public Works Director Ryan McReynolds said Sunday night. “With salt reserves at lower levels than we would like, our top priorities will focus on the treatment of major routes, bridges and steep hills. Hopefully, there will be a break in the weather this coming week that will allow Kingsport and our neighbors to replenish salt supplies.”
Motorists are asked to plan ahead recognizing that it will be difficult to clear all neighborhoods for the duration of the storm, with snow expected to last all day Monday. As always, motorists also are asked to use extreme caution.