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The dangers of winter
driving in Huron County
Take care
Winter driving is unlike any other kind of hazard on the road and precautions need to be
taken, such as winter tires and an emergency kit. (MS photo)
MS –Snowy weather can be a
time for fun, especially for avid
skiers or children who relish
spending days off from school
tossing snowballs and building snow
forts. Many adults, however, do not
look forward to the snow as much as
youngsters do. Snow can be
hazardous when driving, but putting
snow tires on a vehicle can improve
vehicle safety.
Each winter, snowfall compounds
treacherous road conditions,
increasing the risk of accidents.
It is important to know how to
drive when weather conditions are
dangerous. It is also wise to outfit a
vehicle to reduce its risk of slipping
and sliding on icy, snowy roads.
Here are some tips to follow.
• Limit time spent driving in the
snow. Avoid driving during
snowstorms or directly after
whenever possible. Snow not only
makes roads slick, but falling flakes
can impair a driver’s visibility and
reduce his or her response time. Try
to wait until snow-clearing teams
have salted, plowed and sanded
roads before venturing out.
• Be sure you can see clearly.
Clear off the snow from the
windshield, side mirrors and
windows so it does not compromise
your view. Also, top off the
windshield fluid so you will be able
to clear snow and salt kick-up from
your windshield. Look for a washer
fluid that has an antifreeze
component, otherwise, your washer
jets and wiper blades could be
rendered useless.
• Drive slowly. Reduce your speed
when driving in inclement weather.
It can be more difficult to stop or
manoeuver around a potential
obstacle when conditions are less
than ideal. Traveling at a high speed
will increase the risk of accidents.
• Leave enough room between you
and other motorists. Tailgating is
responsible for many accidents,
even when there is no snow on the
ground. In inclement weather, it can
take longer to slow or stop the car
after pressing on the brakes. Having
an additional space between your
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