For drivers ... Important advice when snow on the road and common errors may occur!

2020-02-09 2020-02-09T14:01:20Z
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Weather of Arabia - When drivers form ice on roads during cold waves that may affect during the winter season, drivers need a set of tips and instructions to move safely on these slippery roads.

Instructions for moving safely on these slippery roads as ice forms on them:

  • Move slowly until you control the car.
  • Keep your windows clear using car wipers
  • Lose the brakes, and change your speed slowly and gently
  • Use the car's dimples to signal early, whether before a turn, stop or change course
  • Maintain adequate safety distance from the vehicle in front of you
  • Avoid applying pressure on the brakes when slipping
  • When losing control, God forbid, on the front wheels, the brakes must be slowly pressed to regain control of the vehicle
  • If the vehicle slides, turn the wheels in the direction of sliding
  • Use tire chains if recommended by local road officials
  • Wear seat belts

10 things you should know about the next strong polar wave

Common mistakes drivers may make when freezing is formed on the roads:

  • Getting out in this bad weather is bad unless absolutely necessary
  • Not leaving enough distance between cars
  • Feeling afraid when the car slides, but must be calm to be able to control the car again

Other freezing tips

  • Driving cautiously on the roads especially with late hours and early morning hours.
  • Safe heating in homes to avoid the risk of low temperatures and a very cold feeling.
  • Take the necessary measures by livestock breeders, especially poultry farmers.
  • Be aware of the risk of water freezing inside the water pipes, so they must be wrapped in thermal insulation or discharged from the water.

Important advice to avoid the risk of frost formation and freezing in the coming days

This article was written originally in Arabic and is translated using a 3rd party automated service. ArabiaWeather is not responsible for any grammatical errors whatsoever.
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