(BLACK FOREST, Colo.) — A driver was treated on scene for minor injuries following a rollover crash during a snowstorm Monday, Dec. 9 in Black Forest.

According to Black Forest Fire Rescue (BFFR), crews responded to a crash near Vollmer Road and Burgess Road just before 11:30 a.m. on Monday. At the time, snow was actively falling in the area and roads were observed to be slick in places.

BFFR said an engine and a medic crew responded, and when they arrived, they found an overturned van. The driver was able to get out of the van and BFFR said they only sustained minor injuries, which were treated on scene by medics.

BFFR urged drivers to slow down when driving conditions are poor, and reminds people to follow the Colorado Department of Transportation’s (CDOT) Winter Driving Preparedness tips to keep yourself from getting stuck in the same predicament as this driver.

CDOT’s driving tips are a good reminder for those who have driven in snow, and essential for those who may be new to it:

There are three actions you do most when you drive: accelerate, turn, and brake. In winter weather, you should only do one of those actions at a time. Attempting more than one of these actions at once can cause slide-outs, spin-outs, and other harmful scenarios.

When traveling downhill, if possible, switch to a lower gear, and gently tap your brakes. This helps to avoid burning your brakes, and in winter weather, it helps keep traction.

When driving at night, keep your headlight beams low. High beams can amplify the appearance of snow and lead to decreased visibility.

Slow down – driving too fast for conditions causes most crashes.

CDOT also provides tips on how to stay safe in winter when driving around semi trucks and other large vehicles, as well as a checklist of items you should keep in your car in case you get stranded. Click the link above for more helpful tips.