Motorists must remove snow and ice from vehicles Published Feb. 2, 2009 By Staff Sgt. Michael D. Mandello 66th Security Forces Squadron HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. -- Winter weather is upon New England and the 66th Security Forces Squadron would like to remind the Hanscom community of the snow and ice policy for motorists. Base policy and Massachusetts General Law dictates that motorists clear all snow, ice and other obstructions from the windows of their vehicles to ensure visibility in all directions. Snow and ice must also be removed from vehicle hoods, roofs and trunks to avoid the possibility of it blowing off and hindering safe traffic flow. Snow and ice should always be removed from vehicle head lights, tail lights and license plates. Motorists in violation of the snow and ice removal policy can be cited for these infractions and will be stopped by Security Forces and directed to immediately clear off their vehicle prior to being released. Any motorists who attempt to gain entry to the installation with snow on their vehicle will be directed by the Pinkerton guards to pull over and remove all snow before being allowed to continue to their destination. For more information, contact Police Services at (781) 377-2635 or reference Air Force Instruction 31-204, 66 ABW Sup 1 attachment 1 para.3.5.2 and MGL Chapter 90 Section 13.