REMEMBER: (Tips for driving in blowing snow and whiteout conditions)

* Watch your speed. You may be going faster than you think. If so, reduce speed gradually.

* Leave a safe braking distance between you and the vehicle ahead.

* Stay alert, remain calm and be patient.

* If visibility is decreasing rapidly, do not stop on the road. Look for an opportunity to pull off the road into a safe parking area and wait for conditions to improve.

* If you become stuck or stranded in severe weather, stay with your vehicle for warmth and safety until help arrives. Open a window slightly for ventilation. Run your motor sparingly. Use your emergency flashers.

* Be prepared and carry a winter driving survival kit that includes items such as warm clothing, non-perishable energy foods, flashlight, shovel and blanket.

* It is important to look ahead and watch for clues that indicate you need to slow down and anticipate slippery road conditions.