The police get lots of bad press but, by and large, they are outstanding citizens. They saved the life of this young woman and her baby who were stranded in this horrific storm. Well done, guys!

When people generalize about the police and denigrate them, I tell them, "If there are a couple of guys outside my house with shotguns, who else is going to come and help me besides the police? Are you?" The silence is deafening.

There are few bad apples in every barrel, so it shouldn't be surprising when a cop or two gets off track. We're disappointed, and they get punished for their errors.

But, most of them do well in a heck of a hard job, one that most of us would never take on. I don't think the general public appreciates the police or pays them nearly enough.

Thank goodness for compassionate and courageous individuals who put themselves at risk for others. We need more news stories about "the good people," because they make up a larger percentage than a glance at the news would indicate.

Lindsey, I am also eight months pregnant and live in an area which has had several blizzards this winter. I am so glad you and Conner are ok. I cannot imagine how scary that must have been for you. Thank goodness for the brave people who helped you that day. Good luck with your little son.

wow, what a story with a happy ending....after a near death experience like that i would not let my wife work and drive long distances like that and put her in danger especially if she were pregnant.

Thanks to the police and the CELL PHONE

I'm glad this story had a happy ending. That storm was unlike anything I have seen in Utah my entire life. Bookaholic was spot on: the police, posse, and all the other people who came out to help saved people's lives on Wed.

Hoorah! for the men & women who have a desire to serve in a tough often overlooked profession. When we need them they come through. Thanks to you all who assisted these two frightened people. Made my day to read the story.

To: Bookaholic
I agree police are made out to be the bad guys when they are not. I also noticed in the story the police could not have done it without the two other men helping them.

Thank goodness for cell phones, and the brave men and women in law enforcement.. and the people who are compassionate and caring enough to pull over in a blizzard and help save two lives. Lindsey, best of luck to you and your new (soon to be born) son!!!!

What about the numerous people that got ran off the road and stuck in the snow and put in the same situation as this young mother by police driving up and down the road during the storm? This story illustrates another HUGE reason why northwestern Utah County governments need to get more than one cow trail out west NOW not 10 or more years from now. If you think the Wednesday night storm was bad, what are cities in that area going to do when there is a wholesale evacuation due to natural disaster, chemical leak at Dugway, terrorist threat...airlift everbody out???

crazy

Cool Story Deseret News!

Neat story, but I don't think any lives were ever on the line.

As I went to bed that night, I coudn't help thinking that there may be pregnant women stuck in the storm near the point of the mountain. I have 5 children of my own and my prayers joined with thousands of others, I'm sure, that night for all the motorists and emergency people stuck in the storm. I was warm and grateful to be so and I hoped that help was on its way to those who needed it. I thank heavenly father for answering prayers! I also wonder who those other two men were? When men show up like that couragious, and selfless, it makes me proud to be a daughter of God and grateful for his sons who love and protect their fellow men and women and even little unborn angels. Thank you!

Hey Lindsey--it's Tanner from USU! Glad you're safe-what a crazy story and one to put in your journal. I'm glad some help got out to you.

wow. That's a story.

Bigal, lives on the line??? Does it really matter? Unbelievable that one thinks like that

Bigal: So what? Does someone's life have to be on the line for it to be a news item? I'm perfectly happy to read a story about the cops responding correctly and promptly to an extreme situation. Besides, there very well could have been two lives on the line--the 8-month pregnant women and her baby. This was a very dangerous situation.

Too bad it wasn't Big Al or Bi Gal (whichever) out there in place of Lindsey Black and her unborn child. There were lives on the line . . . hers and her baby's. Thank God for the men who found her car and cared enough to dig for her. That's terrifying just to read much less live through. And cell phones can and do save lives every day. Thankfully she had one. I hope she stays home until that baby is born and put a big antenna with a big red flag on top of it on the top of your car! Such bad and unexpected weather is part and parcel of your everyday life. Do all you can to protect yourself! Congratulations on keeping your head under dire circumstances!

He bigal....I'm glad you're not of the one people called to give help.

My congrats to those that put themselves at risk. My daughter was caught in that storm and I was a very concerned for her..but I know there were people good enough to help in whatever way they could if needed.

Linz, We love you and are so glad you and Connor are safe. I would never wish that on anyone, let alone an 8 month pregnant woman. Hang in there girl. Let's hope the rest of your pregnancy goes smoothly and safely. One more month to go!

Thankfully her cell phone battery was charged. When I was caught in an earlier storm I was less prepared. I appreciate Deseret News for this story. It reminds all of us who travel alone to do what we can and then pray that wonderful people are willing to help. I learned from this teacher's experience.

I am happy the the lady is alright!

However..... That was the most sensationalized and dramatic writing since I read the last Grisham novel!!!

I am glad this woman and her unborn child are both ok. And thank goodness for those 2 men that helped out. Now it makes me think how many people would be willing to stop to make sure someone is ok that is pulled over on the side of the road? And how many cars went past her with out even knowing that she was a pregnet woman that needed help.

Everyone living and traveling in those conditions should have a survival kit/supplies IN THE CAR. Dry blanket. Coat. Socks. Water. Food. Flashlight WITH extra batteries. ETC ETC ETC

As a member of the National SKI Patrol too many people are unprepared thinking their cars will save them in winter storms. Carry a sleeping bag, gloves , and a small shovel too to give CO1 a place too escape your car. Hypothermia is the number one Killer during winter-this lady and her baby were lucky to be alive. we were called to rescue about 7 cars on the highland hwy with a snow cat-it took us 8 HRS to reach the survivors who happened to be prepared.

Realistically, you don't think about being prepared for this type of situation commuting 10 minutes to work. I know I am prepared if I leave town on road trips where I know I will be far away from services. How many of us truly ever imagine being trapped in our cars in the middle of a metropolitan area and not being able to escape. She definitely kept her cool and felt she was doing the right thing by not continuing on when she had no visibility. This could have caused collisions and risked more lives than just hers and her baby's. Thank heavens for our emergency response teams and a little help from above too!

Lindsey you were courageous! Lindsey stayed with us (in-laws in American Fork) that night after the hospital checked her out because she couldn't get home. What no one mentioned was Lindsey's body temp. was 90 degrees and dropping when she was rescued. Life threatening? I think so. She kept saying how grateful she was to the police and emergency people who rescued her. "They don't pay them enough!!" Amen!! Also thanks to the Sinclair station on Alpine Highway for providing a warm, waiting place.
Make it a priority today to check out your emergency supplies in cars/homes. In Utah you might need it tomorrow!!

The workers at the Sinclair station on center street and Highway 92 were wonderful. they were great help with all the people stranded by the storm.

Lindsy, we are so glad you are safe and happy to see you safe and sound and with child. Congratulations and good luck!! Activity Committee people from USU!

Wow, Lindsey, what a frightnening experience that must have been! Thank heavens for emergency response teams. You're right...they don't get paid enough! I'm sure the two men that stopped to dig you out were an answer to many prayers in your behalf. We're so glad you're OK!

hi glad you are safe see you tomorrow at school!!!

Heavenly Father was certainly watching over you and your baby. Nothing ever happens but that the Lord has a hand in it. For example, where did those two guys come from? We're so grateful you're both safe.

I'm glad that she is all right. I know what it is like to be caught in a storm but not being pregnant at the same time! WOW! You're really brave Lindsey!