How To Know When Ice Is Safe For Walking And Driving
Ice, snow, and freezing rain are the bane of motorists. While some people might think that it’s just a matter of slowing down and driving more carefully, in reality, navigating on icy roads requires a whole new approach. How to walk on icy surfaces? Here’s a quick guide on how to drive on icy roads:
How to walk on icy surfaces
To make sure you don’t fall and slip on slippery driveways, always keep a traction agent handy.
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Driving on an ice driveway: How to get traction
The car will lose traction, and steering will be difficult, so driving at an appropriate speed is crucial. If your car starts sliding, don’t panic and slam on the brakes—you won’t be able to stop as quickly this way and could end up going off the road or into another vehicle. Instead, gently apply pressure to the brake pedal until you’ve slowed down enough for your vehicle to regain traction. Watch a couple of how to drive on icy roads videos.
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Get non-slippery boots
Non-slip boots are a great way to protect your feet from the cold, wet and rough terrain. They help you maintain good traction on icy roads. The best non-slip boots will have an upper made from durable materials like leather or synthetic materials that are designed to resist abrasion and provide protection against water infiltration into the boot.
Keep an emergency kit in the car.
If you’re in icy road conditions, ensure your car is prepared for the worst. Take a few minutes before leaving on a trip to make sure that you have the following items in your vehicle:
- Flashlight and batteries
- Blankets (several)
- First aid kit with gauze pads and bandages for cuts/scrapes
- Bottled water (1 gallon per person per day)
- Food like granola bars or fruit leather bars.
Don’t put on snow tires or chains til you have to
However, if you don’t have snow tires and there is a possibility of icy conditions, then it’s probably best to wait until you can put on chains before heading out. This goes doubly so if there are any other vehicles around (including trucks).
Conclusion
There you go. Now you have all the best tips on how to walk on icy surfaces.
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