North Dakota Department of Transportation data indicates that icy roads and reduced visibility significantly increase crash risk during winter months.
As winter settles in across North Dakota, Pembina County Public Health is reminding residents to take proactive steps to stay safe both at home and on the road. Preparation is the most effective way to prevent cold-weather injuries and winter driving incidents.
According to the National Weather Service, hypothermia and frostbite can develop quickly when temperatures drop, especially with wind. Dres…