LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – With the first snow and ice mix of the season hitting Central and Eastern Kentucky, drivers are being urged to slow down and stay alert. Roads across the region became slick Monday, creating hazardous travel conditions for many.

AAA Blue Grass says now is the time to adjust your driving habits for winter weather.

“That first snow really reminds people that they need to change their driving habits a bit when we get into the winter months,” said Lori Weaver-Hawkins with AAA Blue Grass.

Weaver-Hawkins cautioned that even light snow can cause dangerous road conditions. “Just because snowfall is light doesn’t mean it’s not going to cause some hazards on our roadways,” she said.

AAA recommends several key safety tips for navigating wintry conditions:

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