Friday, September 30, 2016
Hazardous Roadway Conditions - Drive Safely
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Friday, September 30, 2016 Nature: Hazardous Roadway Conditions - Drive Safely On Friday, September 30th, the Indian River Volunteer Fire Company wishes to offer these safe driving alerts…. Driving through water.... Some areas are more prone to flooding than others. Floods can occur when rivers burst their banks, after a period of heavy rainfall, or during periods of significant tidal conditions. Large volumes of water can cause flash-floods, or floods in areas where the sewers and drains can't cope and there is nowhere for the water to soak away. As with all driving emergencies prevention is best; in the case of flooding or standing water this means watching the weather forecasts before you set out on an errand or journey, if flooding is widespread you might be better off cancelling trips that are not absolutely necessary. If you are in a flood affected area consider moving your car to a place of safety when you first hear the warnings, but also be aware that if flooding has started moving your vehicle could pose a serious risk - never underestimate the dangers of flood water. Things to think about... Flash floods can come rapidly and unexpectedly. You may not have warning that a flash flood is approaching. Never attempt to drive through a flood that you couldn't walk through and be aware that water hides dips in the road. Worse still, there may be no road at all under the water. Flooding can wash away the entire road surface and a significant amount of ground beneath. Just six inches of water will reach the bottom of most passenger cars; this depth can cause loss of control or possible stalling as water is sucked into the exhaust or washes into the air intake. If negotiating a flooded section of road, drive in the middle where the water will be at its shallowest. Consider other drivers - pass through flooded sections one car at a time, don't drive through water against approaching vehicles. Many cars will start to float in as little as one foot of water - this can be extremely dangerous because as the wheels lose grip, you lose control. Two feet of flowing water can sweep away most vehicles — including large four-wheel drive cars. Don't try driving through fast-moving water. |
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