STAY SAFE
It’s everyone’s responsibility to drive responsibly. Do your part to make travel safer for all:
- In the event of any winter weather threat, travelers should pay close attention to forecasts, official announcements and advisories, and should adjust travel based on conditions
- Keep an emergency preparedness kit in your vehicle in case of a breakdown in the cold
- Buckle up and ensure passengers and car seats are secured
- Maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you
- Use your signals for lane changes and turns
- Don’t drive distracted, and speak up if someone else is doing so
- Drive sober and contact law enforcement if you see a drunk driver
Beginning July 1, 2023, Virginia’s ‘Move Over’ law expanded to include ALL vehicles on the side of the road with flashing lights, flares or warning signs. Drivers must now move over or slow down when a vehicle is stopped on the side of the road.
For questions or to report hazardous road conditions, contact VDOT’s 24-hour Customer Service Center by visiting my.vdot.virginia.gov or calling 800-FOR-ROAD (367-7623). |