NEWS RELEASE
COLORADO STATE PATROL
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From Feb.14 through Feb. 16, Colorado State Patrol will be focusing on speeding, unsafe passing violations and aggressive driving in Glenwood Canyon as winter weather moves in and begins to impact I-70. Driving too fast for conditions has contributed or caused all of the crash closures in the Canyon so far in 2023.
“Speeding is the ignored safety problem impacting our communities,” stated Col. Matthew C. Packard, chief of the Colorado State Patrol. “Driving above the limit or too fast for road conditions has become addictive for drivers. We hope our presence is a reminder to watch your speed.”
Unsafe speeds can lead to a number of additional driving errors including the inability to maintain a safe lane position and it reduces the amount of time both the speeding driver and those around them have to brake or move out of the way to avoid a collision.
In addition, lane violations, including unsafe lane changes, can cause particularly deadly results and troopers will be watching for aggressive drivers moving through the canyon.
Colorado roadways see heavy volume every season throughout the year which only underscores the importance of sharing the road and following simple rules. Residents and travelers in the Glenwood Canyon area are asked to watch the posted speed limit while driving. In addition, the Colorado State Patrol wants you to pay attention behind the wheel and wear your seatbelt.
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