Idaho Law Blog
The Idaho Department of Transportation (“ITD”) launched its second annual Winter Safety Campaign “Prepare – Be Aware” to alert and educate drivers regarding safe driving during the winter months.
As the first snow fell in various locations throughout the state, many accidents have been reported with injuries and fatalities. On December 6th, a 37 year-old, Brandy Romero from Twin Falls, was killed on westbound I-84 west of Burley when her vehicle left the road and rolled. Romero, who was not wearing a seat belt, was ejected.
Another fatality occurred on U.S. Highway 95 at milepost 58.5, south of Fruitland on December 7th. 50 year-old Christopher Lowe of Caldwell was driving southbound on the highway when he failed to negotiate a curve, went off the side of the road, down an embankment, struck the side of a dirt driveway and went airborne. The vehicle came to rest in a field on the west side of the highway. Lowe was also not wearing a seatbelt and had died from his injuries by the time the crash was located.
On Tuesday, December 6th, there were over 30 accidents reported on I-84 between Caldwell and Meridian due to slick roads. Law enforcement and emergency personnel from Ada and Canyon counties were overwhelmed with 911 calls reporting crashes.
ITD encourages drivers to be aware of winter conditions, be prepared by keeping an emergency winter driving kit in your car, and slow down and leave extra stopping space between your vehicle and others.
If you have been injured due to another’s unsafe driving, contact the experienced personal injury team at Racine Olson to discuss your claim at: 208-232-6101. Racine Olson lawyers are compassionate, knowledgeable and on-the ball.
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