DECEMBER: Winter Weather & Roads

Winter in Teton County is filled with outdoor adventures and beautiful scenery but travel to these destinations can be treacherous at times. Know before you go to stay safe this winter season.

Take Action

• Know the weather before you go. Bookmark the National Weather Service mobile site on your phone: https://mobile.weather.gov
• Know the travel issues before you go. Check out maps and conditions and register for 511 Notify text messages at www.wyoroad.info
• Know the road conditions before you go. View webcams by route at www.weather.gov/riw/cms_webcams_qview
• Know the avalanche conditions before you go: www.jhavalanche.org

Tip

Drive slowly and safely and give yourself extra time during the winter months! Give snow removal equipment plenty of space so they can complete their work safely. If storms are severe, consider not driving if possible, or consider taking public transit. Remember, “Don’t Crowd the Plow”!

Learn More

• www.jacksonwy.gov/173/Streets-Department (Town of Jackson Public Works – Streets Department)
• www.weather.gov/safety/winter (National Weather Service winter safety tips)
• Visit www.jhavalanche.org or call 307-739-2607 to report an avalanche

Community Safety and Awareness Days/Weeks/Months

• December 3, 2022: SKYWARN™ Recognition Day [https://www.arrl.org/skywarn-recognition-day]
• December 15, 2022 through January 1, 2023 is the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign [https://www.nhtsa.gov/campaign/drive-sober-or-get-pulled-over]