We all know that automobile and other highway dangers exist even in daytime and on dry roads traveled by law-abiding motorists. But dangers increase when it’s dark or rainy, or when inattention or excess speed is involved – and especially when it’s snowy or icy.
In recent troublesome weather, there have been numerous local accidents, despite reduced traffic. But we are saddened by the death of Donald Sells of Pelham, Tenn., as a result of an ice patch that caused his car to slide off Interstate 24 in nearby Dade County, Ga.
We still have some icy traffic hazards in our area, and more may occur before spring breaks through again. And remember, there can be traffic accidents even in the best of road and weather conditions.
To save lives, let’s all be careful on our streets and highways, whatever the conditions. Let’s stay alive!