On a cold winter morning, it's a daunting task to spend time clearing your vehicle of ice and snow before heading out on the road.

Nonetheless, it is the law, and one of the more obscure ones at that, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.PennDOT is highlighting three lesser-known laws as part of Highway Safety Law Awareness Week, running through Saturday."We are constantly working to create awareness for drivers of rules that keep them, fellow drivers and our road workers safe," Acting PennDOT Secretary Leslie S. Richards said. "Through education and outreach, we will use this week to elevate the importance of laws that drivers may overlook."The snow and ice law is significant given the severity of winter weather in the area.Snow or ice that flies off a moving vehicle and strikes another vehicle or person can result in a fine if someone is seriously hurt or killed.Fines range from $200 to $1,000 per offense."Snow pusher brushes are a must," said Franklin Klock, of Summit Hill. "I clean my car and my work van completely, before they hit the street, every time. Recently, the biggest offenders I've seen are large trucks and minivans."Klock isn't the only local resident who said they comply with the law.Bill Eade, of Slatington, said no matter how cold it gets, he doesn't cut any corners."It can be zero degrees outside, wind chills of minus 10 and I will still clean off my car," he said. "It's being responsible and safe, as well as having some self-pride to show that you are not a lazy person."Another law PennDOT is highlighting this week is the "Steer Clear Law."Drivers are required to move over or slow down for police, emergency responders, road crews and tow-truck operators who are carrying out their duties.Jeff Bachman said he's been on the other end of the spectrum, which is why he complies with the law."I know what it's like to have my rear end out there with people driving full speed while rubbernecking at accident scenes," he said."Headlights on, Wipers On" is a law that requires all vehicles have their headlights and wipers on when operating in inclement weather.Like the other laws highlighted by PennDOT, locals have reported their compliance."It's annoying when people don't because I drive a truck and it's next to impossible to see a car next to you in the tire mist when you're on the highway," said Ross Gursky, of Palmerton. "It's especially hard for shade color cars like white and gray or black."Eade said the law is common sense."As I was taught when a teenager, it's not to see but to be seen," he said.