With weather forecasts calling for ice across the state and snow in the Puget Sound area, drivers should prepare for winter driving conditions overnight and into the Monday morning commute warns the Washington State Department of Transportation

“The temperatures are getting lower so any moisture will freeze overnight. We are pre-treating the roadways but drivers need to be prepared and drive for conditions," said Chris Christopher, Maintenance Director for WSDOT in a statement.

“The conditions look much better for travel later Monday and into Tuesday and Wednesday,” he said.

WSDOT is ready for the expected increased traffic for the Thanksgiving holiday. Drivers should be prepared, check travel and roadway conditions on WSDOT’s website and pack their winter weather supplies, including tire chains.

For more winter driving tips, go to www.wsdot.wa.gov/winter.