There continue to be numerous vehicles off of the roadway today. Drivers need to adjust their speeds to conditions. Although many roads are treated and have wet pavement, there will be areas where the wind is blowing snow onto the road. Slow down before attempting to drive through these areas. Do not step on your brakes within the area that is filled in with blown snow. This will cause you to lose control.
Additionally, due to a combination of warm ground temperatures, cold air temperatures, and wind there may be areas of black ice. The occurrence of black ice usually increases towards the evening and overnight.
Drivers need to adjust their driving to accommodate unknown winter conditions. Give yourself more time and drive defensively. Putting your car in a ditch, rolling your vehicle, or impacting another vehicle or a fixed object such as a pole or tree not only puts you and your passengers at risk, but it also puts first responders at risk as well.
Editor's Note: Originally submitted at 2:20 p.m.
