Road conditions across Madison County are deteriorating rapidly as temperatures fall and ice continues to develop. Roadways that were passable earlier may now be slick and hazardous, particularly after dark. Travel is strongly discouraged at this time. If you do not have an essential need to be on the roads, please stay at home. The safest option is to avoid travel altogether. We are seeing increasing ice accumulation, with bridges, overpasses, shaded areas, and elevated roadways becoming icy first. Secondary roads, rural areas, and neighborhood streets are especially vulnerable, and vehicles may have difficulty stopping or maintaining control.…