North Dakota Motor Carriers Association

10/29/2026

WINTER WEATHER AWRENESS WEEK

Avoid Frostbite

Avoid or limit outdoor activities during times of extreme cold.
Many victims are unaware that frostbite has set in since the skin has become numb. However, here are some warning signs:
• Skin will initially become red
• If the situation progresses, skin will become white or a grayish yellow
• Skin that feels unusually firm or waxy
• Numbness
If you or someone in your party has frostbite:
• Get into a warm room as soon as possible
• Unless absolutely necessary, do not walk on frostbitten feet or toes—this increases the damage.
• Immerse the affected area in warm—not hot—water (the temperature should be comfortable to the touch for unaffected parts of the body).
• Warm the affected area using body heat. For example, the heat of an armpit can be used to warm frostbitten fingers.
• Do not rub the frostbitten area with snow or massage it at all. This can cause more damage.
• Don't use a heating pad, heat lamp, or the heat of a stove, fireplace, or radiator for warming. Affected areas are numb and can be easily burned.
The shading in the
NWS Wind Chill chart below indicates the time to frostbite for exposed skin at various temperatures and wind speeds

10/28/2026

WINTER WEATHER AWRENESS WEEK

Ice Fishing Safety

Remember the dangers of snow cover and ice when you venture out onto North Dakota rivers and lakes this winter.

As seen during the winter of 2010-2011, an early insulating snow pack slows the rate of ice growth on area lakes and rivers which may cause thin ice well into the winter months.

Use caution as snow can mask cracks or weak spots in the ice, such as in the vicinity of springs.

Always carry an ice chisel to test the ice before you go out onto it, and be sure to have ice picks or a set of screw drivers that you can use to pull yourself out in case you go through the ice.

Pay attention to thin ice signs, posted by law enforcement.

Do not drive on the ice when uncertain of ice conditions, or at night or when it is snowing as you can become easily disoriented and drive on a portion of the lake you did not intend to go. WHEN IN DOUBT ... DON'T GO OUT!

For more ice safety information from North Dakota Game and Fish: https://gf.nd.gov/ice-safety

10/27/2026

WINTER WEATHER AWARENESS WEEK

The Scoop on Shoveling

Individuals over the age of 40, or those who are relatively inactive, should be especially careful. If you have a history of heart trouble, check with your doctor before shoveling.

Avoid shoveling after eating or while smoking.

Take it easy. Snow shoveling is a weight-lifting exercise that raises your heart rate and blood pressure. Warm up before starting the job and stretch both before and after shoveling. If possible, shovel only fresh snow — it is easier to shovel than wet, packed-down snow.

Push the snow forward rather than lifting it out of the way; pick up only small amounts when needed. Your back will thank you. As with any lifting activity, use your legs, not your back. Keep your knees bent and your back straight. Bend and "sit" into the movement, allowing large muscle groups to do most of the work.

Never work to the point of exhaustion. Take frequent breaks. If your chest feels tight, stop immediately. Dress as you would for any outdoor activity. Dressing in layers is best. Take extra precautions to keep hands and feet warm.

Arun Kumar, M.D., cardiologist at MU Health Care, offers heart-heal...

10/23/2026

"🚗 How road-ready is the teen driver in your life?

This week we've talked about:

🚛 Truck blind spots
🛑 Longer stopping distances
↪️ Wide turns
🚗 Safely sharing the road

Now put that knowledge into practice.

Visit the NDMCA Teen Driving Center and explore interactive resources designed to help young drivers understand what happens when they share the road with large trucks.

👉 Visit the Teen Driving Center: https://www.ndmca.org/teendrivercenter/

Parents — explore it with your teen.

Educators — share it with your students.

Businesses and community partners — help us get this resource into the hands of North Dakota families.

National Teen Driver Safety Week may be ending, but building safer drivers continues all year long.

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10/23/2026

This December, communities across the country will come together to Remember, Honor and Teach through Wreaths Across America.

Each wreath placed represents more than a tradition — it is a moment to remember the men and women who served our country, honor their sacrifices, and help ensure their stories are carried forward.

We encourage our members, industry partners and communities to learn more about Wreaths Across America, sponsor a wreath, volunteer, or participate in a local ceremony.

🇺🇸 Remember the fallen. Honor those who serve. Teach the next generation the value of freedom.

Wreaths Across America ("WAA") coordinates wreath-laying ceremonies every December to "Remember, Honor, and Teach" about the sacrifices made by our veterans and their families. Please check out this page to learn how you can help by sponsoring Veterans Remembrance Wreaths or by joining us on Decembe...

10/22/2026

"🚛 ↪️ Why is that truck moving left when its right turn signal is on?

Large trucks need additional room to make turns and may swing wide before completing them.

For new drivers, there's one particularly important rule:

Never try to squeeze between a turning truck and the curb.

Learn more about safely navigating around large trucks in the NDMCA Teen Driving Center.

👉 Explore the resources: https://www.ndmca.org/teendrivercenter/

Know a new driver? Share this with them.

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10/22/2026

NDMCA reminds you that Severe Winter Weather Awareness Week is coming up Oct 26-30!

The North Dakota Highway Patrol and the Department of Transportation will be promoting safe driving during the week and NDMCA will share posts.

US Dept of Commerce National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration National Weather Service Bismarck, ND 2301 University Drive, Building 27 Bismarck, ND 58504 701-250-4224 Comments? Questions? Please Contact Us.

10/21/2026

"🛑 Your car can stop faster than a fully loaded truck.

Large trucks need more time and distance to slow down or stop.

That's why one of the most important lessons for new drivers is simple:

Don't cut closely in front of a truck after passing. Give them room.

Learn more about stopping distance and safely sharing the road with commercial vehicles in the NDMCA Teen Driving Center.

👉 Learn more: https://www.ndmca.org/teendrivercenter/

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10/20/2026

Meet Tim - a professional truck driver with 32 years of experience who has accumulated 2.9 million safe driving miles.

"Professional drivers don't just drive for themselves - they drive for everyone else on the road. Safety includes looking out for those who aren’t looking out for themselves."

Driven by Safety.

10/20/2026

"🚛 Can the truck driver see you?

Large trucks have significant blind spots around the front, back and sides of the vehicle.

One simple rule for new drivers:

If you can't see the truck driver in the truck's mirror, don't assume the driver can see you.

Learn where a truck's blind spots are — and how to safely navigate around them — through the NDMCA Teen Driving Center.

👉 Explore it here: https://www.ndmca.org/teendrivercenter/

Parents: Share this with your teen and see how much they know about a truck's blind spots.

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Think you know how to safely share the road with a truck? Try these quick challenges. © 2026 North Dakota Motor Carriers Association • ndmca.org