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What should you do when driving on a slippery surface such as snow or ice?
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∙ 8y ago
Take your foot off the accelerator, and turn the steering wheel into the direction your car is trying to swerve. This will allow some rolling friction to establish between the steered wheels and the road surface. In this way you can regain control.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 14y agoPlease read the advice that the National Weather Service / Red Cross has to offer at the links below .
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- Have your car(s) winterized before the winter season to keep your car in good condition and decrease your chances of being stranded in cold weather.
- Carry a cell phone or two-way radio, and keep the battery charged…this will allow you to call for help if you do get stranded.
- Keep an ice scraper and snow brush in your car for ice and snow removal.
- Keep a "disaster supply kit" in your car…this could include warm clothes, winter gear, a flashlight, water, and extra food.
- Keep the gas tank full for emergencies and to keep the fuel line from freezing.
- Plan long trips with care…always check the National Weather Service or local media prior to travel to avoid being caught in dangerous weather.
- Pass along your travel itinerary to someone else…therefore, if you do get stranded, they will know where to alert authorities.
- Be aware of any wintry weather that can make travel difficult or hazardous, such as: snow, sleet, freezing rain, freezing drizzle and dense fog.
- Listen to local radio or NOAA Weather Radio for updated or changing information on weather conditions.
If you do get stuck ;
"Wait for help! Stay with your vehicle, unless help is clearly visible nearby. Disorientation and confusion come quickly in cold and snowy weather…it's easy to get lost.
- Display a sign of trouble to let people know you need help.
- Occasionally run the engine to keep it warm, and leave your lights on when the engine is running so you can be seen!
- Do minor exercises to keep up circulation.
- If more than one person is in the car, take turns sleeping …sleepiness can be a sign of hypothermia, and if you are not awakened periodically to increase body temperature, you can freeze to death!
- Huddle together for warmth.
- Layer clothing to trap body heat in order to keep warm.
- Keep a window that is away from the blowing wind slightly open to let air in. "
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∙ 13y agoGood question. Well, this depends on if you are caught while driving in your own personal vehicle, or walking. When going on a long trip with warnings of a potential heavy storm, I would recommend the following belongings to have on hand:
Flashlight with batteries
Blankets
Enough food for 24 hours
Water
Matches
Gas - can
Radio with batteries
Please tell someone where you are going before you venture out. This could someday save your life. The most important thing to remember is not to panic.
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∙ 12y agoIf you are caught in a snow storm you should try to find shelter from the wind. Also remember to not drive.
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∙ 8y agoWhen driving on a slippery surface such as snow or ice, shift to a low gear before going down steep hills.
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∙ 14y agogo inside dont drive and get some heat
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