(Spirit Lake)– If you’re like most, this holiday season will find you on the road at one point or another. Trooper Vince Kurtz of the Iowa State Patrol says it’s an important time to remind motorists of some basic driving skills–like being patient and driving defensively…to name just a couple…Click here for sound bite
Kurtz says it’s always a good idea to let those at your destination know an estimated time of arrival and route of travel…Click here for sound bite
And if you do become stranded, Kurtz says you should stay IN your vehicle…Click here for sound bite
A winter survival kit should include items such as a coffee can or container, a candle, matches, sand or kitty litter, some candy bars, extra blankets, a shovel and a working cell phone.
Kurtz says it’s also very important to keep up to date with latest forecasts before hitting the roads during the winter.
