South Carolina Braces for Weekend Ice Storm

South Carolina is getting ready for a big ice storm this weekend. The Department of Transportation (DOT) is taking action to keep roads safe. They are spreading salt on highways to prevent ice from building up. In some areas, ice could be half an inch thick. Even though driving is risky, treating roads early helps a lot. The DOT is also preparing for other problems. They expect tree limbs to fall and power outages to happen. So, they are getting more workers ready to handle the mess. Ice storms are trickier than snowstorms. That's why the DOT needs a special plan.Tony Magwood, a DOT engineer, explains the difference. Ice storms cause more trouble than snow. The DOT is using salt and sand together to fight the ice. This mix helps keep roads safer. People should stay off the roads if they can. But if they must drive, they should be extra careful. Ice makes roads very slippery. The DOT is doing its best to keep everyone safe.