MAP: Freezing temperatures, high winds create mess on Metro Detroit roads

Messy roads lead to spinouts, crashes around Metro Detroit

Icy roads have led to crashes across Metro Detroit all day, with no signs of the roads getting better heading into Monday

DETROIT (FOX 2) - If you're headed out Sunday, take it slow.

While there isn't much snow on the ground, roads across Metro Detroit are icy. Treacherous conditions have led to numerous crashes, spin-outs, and pileups, both in Southeast Michigan and around the state.

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With high winds blowing snow around, it's difficult to keep the roads clear. Couple that with bitter cold, and it's a recipe for dangerous driving. According to the Michigan Department of Transportation, applying salt to slippery roads with such low temperatures can even make the roads slicker.