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Goderich Signal Star, 2017-01-11, Page 910 Signal Star • Wednesday, January 11, 2017 Winter tires are definitely worth it, says OPP Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) wants to ensure drivers stay safe during the upcoming snowy season while traveling on the roads. 4" Winter tires Winter tires are designed to move water. If the water isn't moved away from the area in front of the tire, the car will hydroplane. The tire tread has grooves and channels to move water away to the sides, allow- ing the tire to stay in contact with the surface. Putting winter tires on your vehicle: • improves traction and control -in frost, snow and icy conditions • shortens braking dis- tances by as much as 25 per cent Be sure to install four winter tires - never mix different types of tires on one vehicle. Check your tires regularly for wear and pressure. Cold weather can bring down your tire pressure, and worn or damaged tires make it harder to drive safely. 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The tread compound used in all -sea- son tires offers little cold weather traction and becomes hard, losing pliabil- ity and traction in freezing temperatures: Winter (snow) tires, however, are designed to help deliver safety and control in snow, slush, rain, ice and cold weather. Driving in winter weather Winter weather can be unpredictable but some extra preparation and cau- tion can help you stay safe. Before you leave • Check the weather fore- cast. If it looks bad, delay your trip if you can • Visit Track my Plow to find out where plows are on provincial highways (availa- ble in London, Chatham, Owen Sound, Niagara/Ham- ilton, Peel/Halton, Toronto, York, Durham, Simcoe County, Ottawa, Huntsville, Kingston West, Kingston East and Bancroft areas) • Use Ontario 511 -to check road conditions: web: ontario.ca/511 Twitter: @511Ontario dial 511 (hands-free, voice-activated phone service) • Clear ice and snow from your windows, lights, mir- rors and roof Be prepared Have emergency supplies with you - a charged cell phone, non-perishable food, water, flashlight, blanket, warm clothes, jumper cables, shovel and traction mats or sand. The number one cause of motor vehicle collisions dur- ing snowy conditions is speed - driving too fast for road and weather condi- tions. Remember - ice and snow - keep it slow! Visit https://www.ontario. ca/page/winter-driving for more Winter Driving Tips. Outdoor Power Equipment Institute reminds home and business owners about safe handling of snowblowers Postmedia Network With winter snows arriv- ing, homeowners, con- tractors, and business owners will again rely on their snow blowers to clear driveways and walks. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) is offering tips for safe and correct use of snow blowers. "Your indispensable win- ter friend, the snow blower is ready to be powered up and it's important to keep safety in mind," says OPEI Presi- dent and CEO Kris Kiser. "Be sure to prepare and consider the following tips before you use your equipment: PREPARE BEFORE IT SNOWS Review your owner's manual and check your equipment. Check your owner's manual for safe handling procedures from your manufacturer. If you - forgot to drain the fuel last winter before storing your snow blower, drain the tank now. Adjust any cables. Check the auger (the snow blower should `always be completely powered off when you are checking the equipment). Know how to operate the controls. You should be able to shut off your equipment gilickly. Prepare your fuel and handle it properly. It's important to have the right fuel on hand for your snow blower - movement and fuel availability may be limited during a snow- storm. Be sure to use the correct fuel, as recom- mended by your equip- ment's manufacturer (for more information on fueling properly see www. LookBeforeYouPump. com). Fill up the fuel tank outside before you start the engine and while the engine is cold. Never add fuel to a running or hot engine. Be sure to clean the area you intend to clear with your equipment. Snow can sometimes hide objects that if run over by a snow blower, may harm the machine or people. Door- mats, hoses, balls, toys, boards, wires, and other debris should be removed from the areas you intend to clear. Dress appropriately. Wear safety glasses and footwear that can handle slippery surfaces. OPERATE YOUR EQUIP- MENT SAFELY KEY SAFETY TIP: Never put your hands inside the auger or chute. Use a clean out tool (or stick) to unclog snow or debris from your snow blower. Your hands should never go inside the auger or chute. Make sure the snowblower is in the off position before addressing any clogs. Turn OFF your snow blower if you need to clear a clog. If you need to remove debris or unclog snow, always turn off your snow blower. Wait for all moving parts to come to.a complete stop before clearing any clogs or debris. Only use your snow blower in visible conditions. Never operate the snow- blower without good visibil- ity or light. Aim your snow blower with care. Never throw snow toward people or cars. Do not allow anyone to stand in front of your snow blower. Keep chil- dren or pets away from your snow blower when it is operating. Use extreme caution on slopes and hills. Use caution when changing directions on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes. Know where your cord is. If you have an electric pow- ered snow blower, be aware of where the power cord is at all times. Avoid tripping. Do not run over the power cord. More safety tips and infor- mation are available at www. opei.org.