The winter service period begins this Monday, November 18, 2024 and will last until March 17, 2025. During these 17 weeks, road officials can be mobilized at any time to make the road network passable, depending on weather phenomena. At the same time, a map of traffic conditions is updated based on interventions on the ground.
Find out about traffic conditions
During significant weather episodes which have consequences on the movement of road users, messages are published on the Departmental Council's social networks. And, since last winter, a map of traffic conditions has been developed and is updated based on interventions on the ground. This map is accessible from the Departmental Council website.
From mid-November to mid-March, do not hesitate to consult:
Some figures
- 17 weeks of winter service period, from November 18, 2024 to March 17, 2025
- 65 agents mobilized every day
- 20 engins de service winter (ESH) + 1 dedicated exclusively to the Côte des Mazures + 15 for the private sector, i.e. up to 36 movable machines
Our advice to road users
Before hitting the road
Find out about the weather (radio, television news, Internet) and road conditions. In the event of a snowy episode, we advise you to delay your travel as much as possible. Finally, it is important to take stock of the condition of your vehicle by checking its equipment (tires in good condition, even special winter tires, lights, battery, brakes, etc.).
On the road
- Stay safe. Adapt your driving to the weather conditions: maintain a moderate speed to maintain control of your vehicle.
- Slow down in tricky areas such as wooded areas, near waterways, bridges which are more sensitive to ice.
- Obey speed limits and keep safe distances.
- Never pass a snowplow in “action”.
In the event of very severe weather conditions that significantly disrupt traffic, do not take the road, do not leave your engine running, and only abandon your vehicle if you are sure that you have shelter and do not interfere with snow removal equipment. .
A question? Check out our FAQ
Find the main information on snow removal on the departmental road network via our Frequently Asked Questions.
