CALUMET — With the first snow accumulations expected this weekend in Copper Country, the Michigan State Police (MSP) Calumet Post wants drivers to practice safe driving practices and has tips on how to avoid hazardous incidents on the road and how to react if one finds themselves in a winter accident. Most locals are not strangers to wintery conditions, but there are some practices and reminders that can help everyone stay safe behind the wheel.

MSP Community Service Trooper Alan Narhi said driving safely in the winter begins before a vehicle pulls onto the street. He said drivers should warm up their vehicles before driving and remove all ice and snow from not only the windshield and side mirrors, but also the top of the vehicle. Built up ice and snow on the top, bumper or trunk of a veh

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