Police are reminding motorists to adjust their driving to the road conditions this winter after three road accidents in the Brechin area on Friday morning.
A car collided with a pylon on the A933 Brechin to Arbroath road at about 5.50am.
The male driver was taken to Ninewells Hospital for treatment for minor injuries and the road was closed for a short time.
Officers also attended a one vehicle road traffic collision on the A935 Montrose to Brechin Road at around 6.45am following a report that a blue Suzuki Vitara that had left the road.
A fence was damaged in the incident but fortunately the 22-year-old female driver was uninjured.
Then, at around 7.30am on the A933 near Brechin, there was another one vehicle road traffic collision. The driver was uninjured in the incident.
A police spokesperson said: “As part of the Winter Road Safety driving initiative, Police Scotland advise that you are mindful of the road conditions when you drive.
“Bad weather is often blamed for causing accidents however the real cause is often inappropriate driving for the conditions that exist.
“Ice and snow can increase stopping distanced by up to ten times so keep well back from the vehicle in front.
“Anticipate when you will need to be stopping and be alert to other road users.
“When the roads are icy, drive at a slow speed in as high a gear as possible and accelerate and brake very gently.
“Make sure your windows are clean, properly demisted and clear of snow and ice before you drive.
“Also make sure that your roof is clear of snow as this affects drivers behind you and can also cause obstructions on your windscreen when braking.
“Be careful with low sun as it can make it difficult to see and a dirty, greasy or damaged windscreen can make this worse.
“All lights must be kept clean and clear and be in good working order, including registration plate lights.”
For more information on how to stay safe on the roads this winter visit the Police Scotland website.