High winds, blown over, does this go on your driving record?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by SavageSam, Jan 21, 2019.

  1. Cattleman84

    Cattleman84 Road Train Member

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    Yep that whole area is supposed to get pounded over the next few days... CO, WY, UT, ID, ECT
     
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  3. Atlaw4u

    Atlaw4u Heavy Load Member

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    Yeah, I saw the Blizzard warning signs earlier. I have to drive back through it in the morning. When I booked this load the forecast was sunny and clear.
     
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  4. Omega1

    Omega1 Heavy Load Member

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    Yep...the suck factor is high. I hope any new drivers on this forum are watching this post.
     
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  5. Moose1958

    Moose1958 Road Train Member

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    First off a blow over accident is a single vehicle accident! The accident in most cases is going to be a chargeable accident on you. It will hit your MVR and your company in most cases is going to charge you with a preventable accident. Your accident will also be recorded on the carrier accident register. In most cases, you can expect a call to come have a chat with a safety critter. The biggest part of these accidents is the cleanups. I have seen blowover accidents take most of the day to clean up. A driver should try to identify the areas where the wind is a problem and avoid them.
     
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  6. SavageSam

    SavageSam Medium Load Member

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    I was in N.M. on the 40. Waited about three hours and it died down so I rolled. Thanks for all the advice.
     
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