Tow Truck Companies Making Money With Bad Weather

By Michelle Costa, Local News 8 Reporter

Monday morning, people in the Gate City awoke to lots of snow, the most we've received yet.

With the snow being deep and still falling in our area, some businesses are profiting, like tow truck companies.

Shoveling, plowing and towing.

With lots of snow accumulating in Pocatello, some people, like Best Towing's Mike Dixon are welcoming it, starting work early this morning.

"It's been really busy. It started about 5 o'clock this morning. The more snow, the busier we are. We try to respond as quickly as we can and get the people off the road and moving again because being a sitting duck is just not a good thing," said Mike Dixon, Owner, Best Towing.

Jim Willson, the owner of Custom Towing, is busy as well.

"All the snow we got this morning, it's been great for us, great for snow plowers, drivers it hasn't been too good," said Jim Willson, Owner, Custom Towing.

Tow truckers have seen their share of accidents and slide-offs. Their advice is to slow down.

"Mostly speed is the factor. Running off the roads. I mean, if you just slow down, that makes a big difference," said Dixon.

"The snow is pretty deep so really if you don't have a four wheel drive, the bottom of the cars are dragging so they get stuck pretty easy," said Willson.

Despite getting stuck in big snowdrifts or icy conditions, most people have been waiting for the white stuff and finally feel like it's time for the holidays.

"I like it because you can go play in it with my dog and stuff," said Mitchell Guiberson, Loving the snow.

"It's great," said Adam Tucker, Pocatello.

"I've been hoping for this because it's been pretty slim and skiing has been pretty pathetic," said Richard Antill, Pocatello.

"I think it's wonderful. It's time for snow. It's the holiday season," said Ron Johnson, Chubbuck.

The tow truck companies are expecting a lot more snow this winter.

On average, the price of a towe is about $75 to $100.

Mayor Chase is urging people to be prepared and cautious. The Mayor reminds people to drive defensively and keep sidewalks around your property clear of ice and snow.


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