Living in the North has certainly been an adventure, especially when we awoke to snow...........
in November!
(sorry for the poor picture quality)
Here is a little article I received in my inbox. Before you read it, I'm appealling to all you Northerners once again, ANY PREPARATION TIPS FOR THIS SOUTHERN GIRL???
PREPARING FOR WINTER TRAVEL
Motorists must prepare for winter storms.
The National Weather Service has stated that the first cold storm of the
season will reach our area this weekend. If you must travel during winter
storms, be prepared and use caution as well as common sense.
Make sure your vehicle is in good working condition. In particular:
- check the antifreeze
- tire pressure and tread
- brakes
- windshield wipers
- heater
- defroster
- exhaust system.
make sure you know if your vehicle is front or rear wheel drive. Other useful items:
- a flashlight,
- chain repair links
- ice scraper
- spray deicer
- a shovel
- water
- food
- warm blankets
- extra clothing will make you more comfortable if you experience a lengthy
delay. - And before you leave, put an extra vehicle door key in your pocket; a
number of motorists have locked themselves out of their cars when putting
on chains.
travelers, and our highway workers,” said Charlie Fielder, Caltrans
District 1 Director.
Don’t be rushed;
- get an early start to allow more time to reach your
destination safely. - Let someone know your travel plans, (the route you plan to take & when you expect to arrive, and update them if things change)
- Keep your fuel tank full in case it’s necessary to change routes
or you get caught in a traffic delay. - And above all, be more observant and slow down.
- A highway speed of 55 or 65 miles an hour may be safe in dry
weather, but is an invitation for trouble on snow or ice. - Snow and ice make stopping distances much longer, so leave more distance between your vehicle
and the vehicle ahead. - Bridge decks and shady spots can be icy when other
areas are not. - Avoid sudden stops and quick direction changes.