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TRANSPORTATION AND COMMUNICATIONS--SPRING ROADS ------------------------------------------------------------------ Sustained warm temperatures across the province over the past couple of weeks have created spring-like problems with roads. As the frost has come out of the ground, gravel roads have been weakened, and left in a muddy condition that is more normal in March than in January. Over the next several days, Department of Transportation and Communications officials will be checking roads in various areas of the province and placing weight restrictions on gravel roads that are of particular concern. On paved roads, crews have been repairing potholes and other frost damage, but motorists are advised to be alert for frost damage. The department does not accept liability for damage to vehicles as a result of potholes. With the rapidly fluctuating temperatures, and with the roads thawing much earlier than normal, black ice is also of concern in many parts of the province. When the temperature is rising or dropping quickly, and is a few degrees above or below zero, black ice can form on roadways within seconds. The department urges motorists to take particular care, even if a road appears to be clear and safe. - 30 - Contact: Donna McCready, 902-424-8687 lm January 18, 1995