North Dakota’s Winter Warriors: How to Drive Safely Around Snowplows

Winter weather is here, and with it comes the familiar rumble of snowplows tirelessly clearing our roads. These unsung heroes are braving icy conditions so the rest of us can (hopefully) make it to work without sliding into a ditch. But let's face it—sharing the road with these snow-clearing behemoths requires a bit of strategy and patience.

Give Snowplows Space: Avoid the Sandstorm and Stay Safe

First off, give those plows some space! Snowplows are not your average vehicle; they’re massive, they throw sand, and they might stop or back up without warning. Tailgating a snowplow is like standing too close to someone sneezing glitter—except it’s sand, and it’s much less festive.

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Stay Alert: Snowplows Don’t Play Peek-a-Boo!

On multi-lane roads, keep tabs on where the plow is. One moment it’s on the shoulder, and the next it’s in your lane. Snowplows don’t announce their moves, so keep your wits about you. And whatever you do, never drive through a "whiteout." Trust us, playing peek-a-boo with a plow rarely ends well.

Patience Pays Off: Wait for Snowplows and Avoid Slick Surprises

Feeling impatient? Don’t worry—plows often pull over to let traffic pass. Take a deep breath, crank up your favorite winter playlist, and wait for a safe moment. Meanwhile, remember that just because a road looks sanded doesn’t mean you’re ready for a NASCAR audition. Sand can sink into snow, leaving you with a slippery surprise.

Finally, the golden rule of winter driving: slow down. Speeding in snow is a guaranteed ticket to the Land of Regrets (and probably a tow truck bill).

For real-time road updates, check out this handy map. Stay safe, stay patient, and maybe send a wave of gratitude to those hard-working plow drivers.