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Caldwell Police Share Essential Winter Driving Tips

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**Winter Driving Safety Tips from Caldwell Police Department**

The Caldwell Police Department in Idaho is sharing essential winter driving tips to help residents stay safe on the roads as winter weather sets in. With icy and snowy conditions posing challenges for drivers, the department reminds everyone to take precautions before heading out.

Key tips provided by the Caldwell Police include:

1. **Check Your Tires**: Properly inflated tires with adequate tread are critical for better traction on slippery roads. Drivers are encouraged to consider switching to winter tires for enhanced safety.

2. **Clear Snow and Ice**: Thoroughly remove snow and ice from all vehicle surfaces, including windshields, headlights, taillights, windows, and the roof. This improves visibility and prevents loose snow from obstructing other drivers’ vision.

3. **Drive Slowly and Leave Space**: Reduced speed and maintaining extra distance between vehicles are recommended as slick roads increase the time it takes to stop safely.

4. **Use Headlights in Low Visibility**: Turn on your headlights during snow, sleet, or fog even during the daytime to ensure you're visible to other drivers.

5. **Avoid Cruise Control**: Cruise control can reduce a driver’s ability to react quickly in slippery conditions. Keep control over your speed by using the pedals.

6. **Know How to Respond to a Skid**: If your vehicle begins to skid, remain calm, steer into the skid instead of against it, and avoid slamming on the brakes.

7. **Stay Off Your Phone**: Distractions can be even more dangerous in poor driving conditions. If you need to use your phone, pull over to a safe location first.

The department stresses the importance of staying vigilant and prepared during the winter months to help prevent accidents. For more information and updates, you can follow their safety tips on social media using #winterdrivingtips and #WinterDrivingSafety. Stay safe on the roads!

Source: Caldwell Police Department | Caldwell ID

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Feb 7, 2025 at 1:41 PM

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