Ohio National Move Over Day 2025
As Ohio prepares to mark National Move Over Day this Saturday, the reminder comes at a tragic time just days after an Ohio State Highway Patrol trooper was struck and killed while assisting a stranded driver.
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) and the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) joined forces to emphasize the importance of the observance, held annually on the third Saturday of October. The campaign urges drivers to slow down and move over when passing any stationary vehicle displaying flashing lights, including police, firefighters, tow trucks, and other roadside workers.
Authorities say the law is simple: on highways with two or more lanes, motorists must shift to the farthest lane away from stopped vehicles with flashing lights. The goal is to save lives and protect those who risk theirs daily on the roadside.
“It is definitely scary, especially in construction zones with narrow shoulders, it gives us little room to work,” said Kenneth Schulte, a roadside assistance worker. “Many drivers are distracted or on their phones. I have had close calls myself.”
According to the Emergency Responder Safety Institute, 19 traffic incident management responders across the U.S. have lost their lives this year alone due to roadside crashes.
Officials hope that this year’s National Move Over Day will remind drivers to stay alert and make Ohio roads safer for everyone.
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