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parking lot, take time to clear snow
and ice off your car, including your
windows, mirrors, lights, reflectors,
hood, roof and trunk. Drive with
your headlights on, and be sure to
keep them clean to improve visibil-
ity. Use caution when snow banks
limit your view of oncoming traffic.
As you get on the road, remember
that speed limits are meant for dry
roads, not roads covered in snow
and ice. You should reduce your
speed and increase your following
distance as road conditions and vis-
ibility worsen. Avoid using cruise
control in snowy or icy conditions
– you want as much control of your
car as possible. Be cautious on
bridges and overpasses as they are
commonly the first areas to become
icy, and avoid passing snow plows
and sand trucks. The drivers can
have limited visibility, and the road
in front of them could be worse than
the road behind.
Breaking Down or Getting Stuck
If you do venture out or are unex-
pectedly caught in a snowstorm and
encounter problems, if your car is
safely out of harm’s way, stay in
your car and wait for help. You can
run the car heater to stay warm for
10 minutes every hour, but make
sure your exhaust pipe is clear of
snow. There is a danger of carbon
monoxide poisoning if snow blocks
the pipe and enables the deadly gas
to build up in your car. Open your
window slightly to help prevent any
buildup.
Remember, driving in winter weath-
er can be challenging, even for ex-
perienced drivers. Slowing down,
allowing increased time to come
to a stop, wearing your seatbelt,
devoting your full attention to the
road and being aware of changing
conditions can help you drive more
safely. If your travel route takes
you into remote areas with limited
cell phone coverage, consider in-
forming a third party of your trav-
el plans that include your route and
when you plan to arrive. This way,
if you are overdue, first responders
will know where to start looking.
If you’re unsure whether it is safe
to drive, consider waiting until the
roads improve.