Winters in Colorado bring plenty of adventures, but snow and ice can make the trek dangerous — especially on mountain roads.

“Whether you’re a native, a new resident or a tourist, driving in Colorado winter weather can be dangerous if you’re not prepared,” Colorado Department of Transportation officials said in a statement . “The unexpected can happen when snow and ice are on the road — take extra precautions to prepare you and your vehicle for winter road conditions.”

Speed is one of the main causes of winter crashes

Between Sept. 2024 and May 2025, the Colorado State Patrol responded to 20,913 crashes on Colorado roads, according to data provided by the agency. That includes 198 fatal crashes and 5,806 injury crashes.

The period between September and May is when the state’s chain l

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