Snow comes and goes in the forecast and the Department of Public Safety has some timely reminders to share. Ice and snow means the roads will be slick, which means Troopers and other emergency responders will likely be handling crashes. In addition to other winter driving tips, the Utah Highway Patrol wants to remind drivers of a life-saving one: SLOW DOWN, MOVE OVER for vehicles on the shoulder. Every winter, troopers and their vehicles are hit when they’re helping others with crashes. You can help them get home safely to their families by following these steps: SLOW DOWN – you should be traveling under the speed limit, since it’s snowy and icy. Remain vigilant to conditions ahead. DO NOT BRAKE SUDDENLY – when you get close to the crash site, slamming on your brakes can cause you to slide into the vehicles on the shoulder. LOOK WHERE YOU WANT TO GO – not at the vehicles on the shoulder. Focus on the road ahead and look at the path you want to follow.
