DFW Traffic Update: Slick Spots and Crash on I-35E Amidst Lingering Winter Conditions

Lingering Winter Weather Impacts

• ❄️ Slick and icy spots persist on elevated surfaces and ramps due to freezing fog, despite main highways appearing mostly clear.
• ⚠️ Neighborhood roadways and side streets may not have fully melted, presenting continued travel hazards.

Crash on Northbound I-35E

• 💥 A vehicle spun out on northbound I-35E near 377 in the Denton area, causing the right-hand side to be closed.
• 🚚 A tow truck is on scene, and while traffic volume is light, drivers are advised to exercise caution.

Road Conditions Across DFW

• ✅ 75 Central Expressway in Plano and 175 in Kaufman County are reported as mostly clear and dry.
• 📈 Traffic is picking up in the Hutchins area at I-30 and I-45, with main roadways and highways open.

Side Street Conditions in Denton

• 🌨️ Local roads in Denton, such as Dallas Road, still have significant snow and ice accumulation, impacting travel.
• 🚗 The difference between highway and side street conditions is substantial, with local roads remaining hazardous.
• 🏫 These difficult local road conditions are contributing to school closures.