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Ivory Moore is among the veteran drivers hitting the roads ahead of this weekend’s snow storm. We rode along with him as he made his rounds throughout the District.
WASHINGTON — The District’s Department of Public Works crews are putting final layers of brine on city streets ahead of the winter storm expected to arrive Saturday night.
Crews worked overnight Thursday, spraying roads with a salt brine solution made of salt water and beet juice designed to prevent ice from bonding to pavement. The treatment is one of the final preparation steps before snow begins falling.
Ivory Moore, a DPW driver with 13 years of experience behind the wheel of brine and snow trucks, says preparation is key — both on the road and at home.
“I take pride in my city,” Moore said. “I want to make sure that the community is safe.”
Moore said years on the job have taught him to plan ahead, including stocking up on groceries before storms hit.
“I work a lot, so I make sure my fridge is stocked up for my family,” he said. “I make sure that they have everything they need.”
While winter weather can make the job challenging, Moore said his favorite part is interacting with residents.
“I do like when the residents thank us for doing what we do,” Moore said. “I don’t expect that, but I really appreciate it.”
DPW officials are reminding drivers to give snow and salt trucks plenty of space on the road. Crews recommend staying at least two car lengths behind trucks while they are operating.
Salt trucks are expected to begin hitting District roads around noon on Saturday as the storm is expected to approach later in the night.
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