Road work ahead, MWC file photo.
MADISON, WI (WSAU) — Warmer temperatures will create ideal conditions for pavement buckles this weekend.
Pavement can buckle when the weather quickly goes from cool to very hot. This causes slabs of pavement to expand and push against one another. The pavement can buckle and create unexpected bumps or dips if the pressure becomes great enough. Watch the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) animation on pavement buckles.
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) advises motorists to be alert and take extra caution, especially on open highways and rural roads.
While it’s difficult to predict if or where buckling may occur, WisDOT offers these tips:
- Slow down, buckle up, and focus your attention on the roadway.
- Watch for slowing traffic and be ready to move over for all roadside workers, including highway crews as they repair damaged pavement.
- Before your trip, check the 511 Travel Information system (511wi.gov) for the latest on any incidents or delays.
- If necessary, report serious pavement issues by calling 911. Be ready to provide specific location information.
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