Conditions Changing On Lower Bucks Co. Roads

LOWER BUCKS COUNTY, PA — With the time change, high deer activity and all of the leaves coming down, Bucks County's transportation agency is urging drivers to be prepared for changing road conditions.

TMA Bucks is urging drivers to slow down, stay alert, and prepare for changing road conditions, which also includes more sun glare and frost as the weather gets colder.

The Bensalem-based transportation agency said that fallen leaves can become slick on roads due to precipitation, and that scattered leaves may obscure traffic lines and pavement markings.

“Fall brings changing weather and road conditions that can catch drivers off guard,” said Carly Wible, manager of the TMA Bucks Community Traffic Safety Program. “Wet leaves, sun glare, early frost and shorter daylight can all create unexpected hazards on the road."

She said that fog is another frequent issue in the fall.

TMA Bucks suggests that drivers should use low beam headlights. According to PennDOT, Pennsylvania law requires headlights to be on whenever windshield wipers are in use.

Drivers should also be more aware of sun glare and frost.

TMA Bucks said that sun glare can be dangerous during sunrise and sunset, which often coincide with rush hour.

The transportation agency also recommends that drivers should remove frost from vehicle windows before driving and stay alert for potentially icy spots on the road.