Contrary to what people may think, a snowplow is not like a bus with its stop sign out. You are allowed to pass one if you come up behind one but do so cautiously.
Today the snow has been pretty crazy. There have been multiple accidents, road closures, business closures, and more due to the inclement weather. Make sure you check out 511.idaho.gov for more information about driving conditions.
Many parts of Idaho will see snowfall before Christmas Day on Saturday. Higher elevations could see more than a foot of snow while the lower valleys will see a mix of rain and snow before Christmas.
As Idaho enters into the winter season the roads will worsen and people new to the state will need to adjust as some have never driven on snow or ice before.
Driggs, Idaho is about 3 and a half hours east of Twin Falls. In the grand scheme of things, it isn't far and if you are looking for a fun winter adventure, the 10th Annual Driggs Snowscapes sounds like a lot of fun.
This week marks the first time in several months that the Magic Valley will see evening temperatures dropping below 40-degrees. Frozen windshields, slick roads, and logs on the fire will all be routine additions to life for the next six months or so.