Public safety officials are suggesting people stay off the roads if projected icy conditions arrive in the Gorge in the next couple of days. Oregon Department of Transportation spokesman Don Hamilton says ice is more difficult to deal with snow, and will create treacherous driving conditions, so if you don’t have to go out when the storm hits, it’s best to stay home. The Hood River County Sheriff’s Office is advising everyone stay home unless there is an emergency. Recreational safety is also an issue, as wind chills pushing temperatures below zero, leading to frostbite concerns with exposed skin. The Skamania County Sheriffs’ Office reminds people to take stock of your supplies in the home and make an attempt to stock up on essential items.