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Visibility on the roads can be reduced during the snowy months and can be made worse with active storms and plows trying to clear the roadways.

At a Glance:

ITD testing new snowplow lighting systems in eastern Idaho

Green whip lights designed to improve driver visibility

Additional strobes and reflective striping added for safety

Goal is to reduce frequent winter plow strikes statewide

As part of its efforts to increase safety and reduce possible snowplow strikes, the Idaho Transportation Department will be testing new lighting systems on its plows in eastern Idaho this winter season.

A significant part of the lighting that has shown success in other states is a green “whip” light that extends six inches up at the wing plow. Along with that light, ITD st

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