Driving through a thunderstorm is extremely dangerous. With
decreased visibility, slippery roads and the chance of road debris, there are
many factors that could cause you to get into an accident. Even when the weather clears up, driving
around right after a heavy storm is still risky.
Here are a few safety tips that may help prevent an accident
after a storm:
·
Try to avoid driving through standing water.
Puddles from a heavy storm could conceal deep potholes or tire-puncturing debris.
·
Never assume that road debris is just leaves and
sticks. After a storm, the roads may be covered with plant debris due to the
wind, but it could also contain nails and other objects that won’t be good for
your tires.
·
Never drive under fallen trees. Chances are the
trees are resting across power lines. A tree that might be arching over the
road may look safe, but the power line could just be holding it in place.
Passing through could also cause your car to come in contact with an unseen
wire.
·
Keep lower speeds. Roads are wet and slippery and travelling at
higher speed increases your chance of loosing control of the vehicle.
·
Use extra caution at dark stoplights and at
intersections. The storm might have knocked out the power in the area leaving
no form of traffic control. When approaching an off stoplight, come to a
complete stop, survey your surroundings and then proceed if it’s safe.
·
Dry the brakes. Wet brakes may take longer to
slow the car down. If you drive through a large puddle, lightly apply the brake
pedal to dry them off.
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