10 winter driving safety tips
While the Red Cross encourages you to stay off the road if possible, if you have to drive in snow or freezing rain, follow these tips about how to drive safely during a winter storm or what to do if you become stuck in your vehicle:
10 winter driving safety tips
While the Red Cross encourages you to stay off the road if possible, if you have to drive in snow or freezing rain, follow these tips about how to drive safely during a winter storm or what to do if you become stuck in your vehicle:
Make sure your vehicle is ready for winter
Make sure your vehicle is ready for winter with a window scraper, kitty litter or sand in case you get stuck, extra clothes and a Disaster Supplies Kit in your trunk. Pack high-protein snacks, water, first aid kit, flashlight, small battery-operated radio, an emergency contact card with names and phone numbers, extra prescription medications, blankets and important documents or information you may need.
Fill the gas tank
Fill the vehicle’s gas tank and clean the lights and windows to help you see.
Pay attention to the forecast
Find out what disasters may occur where you are traveling and pay attention to the weather forecast. Before you leave, let someone know where you are going, the route you plan to take, and when you expect to get there. If your car gets stuck, help can be sent along your predetermined route.
Make sure everyone is buckled up
If you have to drive, make sure everyone has their seat belts on and give your full attention to the road. Avoid distractions such as cell phones.
Don't follow too closely
Don't follow other vehicles too closely. Sudden stops are difficult on snowy roadways.
Don't use cruise control
Don't use cruise control when driving in winter weather.
Don't pass snow plows
Don't pass snow plows.
Know that ramps, bridges, and overpasses freeze first
Know that ramps, bridges, and overpasses will freeze before roadways
Don't run your heater constantly
Don’t run your engine and heater constantly to help avoid running out of gas. Don’t use things like lights or the radio without the engine running so the battery doesn’t conk out.
Move your vehicle off the roadway
If you can, move your vehicle off the roadway. Stay with it – don’t abandon it. If you have to get out of your vehicle, use the side away from traffic.
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The intersection of Washington Road and 30th Avenue in Kenosha, closed since May, will partially reopen to through traffic by late Tuesday afternoon, city officials confirmed on Monday.
Racine County Communications received a report about 5:14 a.m. regarding a vehicle crash involving a pedestrian in the 100 block of North Main Street.
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