Lt. Stewart of the Mississippi Highway Patrol urged motorists to use caution on Interstate 269 near the Desoto and Marshall county line in a Facebook Reel that advised drivers to “pay attention and drive safe.”
The short clip, which included a lighthearted comment that the lieutenant “also needs a raincoat,” appears to show wet conditions on the highway and serves as a reminder about the risks of reduced visibility and slick pavement during rain.
The Mississippi Highway Patrol, the state agency responsible for enforcing traffic laws and promoting highway safety, often uses social media to share safety messages and reminders with motorists. Interstate 269 is a limited-access route that connects communities in northern Mississippi and can carry heavy commuter and commercial traffic.
The post underscores routine safety guidance for drivers in adverse weather — slow down, increase following distance and stay alert. We will provide more information as it becomes available.
