Winter safety reminders from the NDOR

The following winter safety reminders were provided by the Nebraska Department of Roads and highly advised when driving in dangerous winter conditions:

• When traveling outside of a business or residential district, it is unlawful to follow a highway maintenance vehicle (snowplow, truck or grader) more closely than 100 feet when it is plowing snow, spreading salt or sand, or displaying a flashing amber or blue light. If conditions permit however, drivers may pass a maintenance vehicle.

• Snowplows cause soft snow to swirl. It can become difficult to see the plow and for the plow operato...