Palos Park, IL – Police are reminding drivers across the Chicago suburbs to take it slow as snow and ice return to area roadways. The Palos Park Police Department issued a winter driving advisory Friday morning, warning motorists to give snowplows extra space and reduce speeds in slippery conditions.
According to the department, snowplows “plow far and wide—sometimes very wide,” and can extend across lanes or shoulders during operations. Officials caution drivers not to crowd or tailgate plows, as flying de-icing materials can damage vehicles and reduced visibility can create sudden hazards.
“Snowplows travel much slower than posted speeds,” the department said. “Allow plenty of time to slow down and pass only when it’s safe to do so.” Drivers are also urged to stay alert for plows operating in multiple lanes and remember that a plow operator’s field of vision is often limited.
Police shared a reminder list for safer winter driving: check tire pressure, slow down, ease off the gas and brakes, increase following distance, and avoid using cruise control on icy roads.
With temperatures expected to dip below freezing across Cook County this weekend, officials say the best defense is patience. “The road behind a snowplow will be safer to drive on,” police added.
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