Core Points - The first snowfall of the winter occurred in Taibai County from November 16 to 17, leading to icy conditions on National Highways 244 and 342 [1][2] - The Baoji City Highway Management Bureau activated an emergency snow removal plan immediately, deploying snow removal equipment and personnel to ensure road safety [1][2] Group 1 - The Shaanxi Provincial Meteorological Station issued a snowfall warning, predicting snowfall in the Qinling Mountains, while the Taibai County Meteorological Station issued a yellow warning for road icing [1] - The Baoji City highway department completed maintenance on snow removal equipment and stocked de-icing materials in advance, ensuring readiness for snow removal operations [1] - Snow removal operations began with a "mechanical first, manual second" approach, focusing on key areas such as tunnel entrances, bridge surfaces, and steep slopes [1] Group 2 - The highway management bureau collaborated with traffic police to guide vehicles and ensure safe driving in areas with heavy snow [2] - A 24-hour duty system will be reinforced to monitor weather conditions and adjust snow removal efforts dynamically, ensuring road safety during the winter [2]