Snowplow Safety

The Iowa DOT emphasizes motorist safety around snowplows especially as the state is anticipating snowfall this weekend.   Drivers are urged to be extra cautious when coming up on a snowplow clearing the roads.  Slow down, stay back several car lengths, have headlights on and avoid distractions. Remember that plows move slowly, kick up blinding snow clouds, and have hidden wing blades.  They often operate with flashing blue lights to signal their presence and essential, often dangerous, work to clear roads. Key safety tips include never passing on the right, giving them room to maneuver, and understanding that the road behind a plow is safer to drive on, all while checking 511ia.org for road conditions.