Snowy season is just about upon us. All Iowans seem to conveniently forget how to drive during the cold weather season.

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It doesn't matter if you're a seasoned driver with all-wheel drive or a novice with rear-wheel drive, winter driving has its dangers, even when the snowfall is minimal.

Light Snow is As Dangerous As a Blizzard?

It's interesting to note that less snow can actually mean more crashes.

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When you think about it, there is some logic there, right? When a blizzard watch or certainly warning is issued, people often stay put.

When we get 1-2 inches or even just a trace, people don't really want to put their lives on hold.

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KCRG meteorologist Joe Winters shared a stat on TV recently - 56% of crashes occur with storms producing less than 2 inches of snow.

Less snow does not mean less slick. It certainly doesn't mean less dangerous. Weather.com released a similar study that highlights lower total snowfalls contributing to a large number of deadly vehicle accidents each winter.

Another main reason people crash more when the snow is lighter, is if there isn't a watch or warning issued, the weather isn't taken seriously or considered a threat.

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It doesn't matter if the snow is light on the ground, or virtually non-existent, it can be dangerous.

As we enter another season of... exciting winter driving, please remember this as you venture out. Be safe. Drive slow. Pay attention to the conditions, even if they seem fairly benign.

Be sure if you do venture out in the winter, you're at least grabbing a great cup of joe!

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