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Driving in Inclement Weather

With all of the snow and inclement weather we’ve experienced in the midwest these past few days, our next “Safe in the Moment” post is how to be safe when driving in snow and wet weather. We included wet weather because, well… we hope the snow will melt sometime!

Driving in Snow/Ice

The Weather Channel listed some great snow and ice driving tips. The best tip to staying safe while driving in bad weather is to avoid driving if at all possible. But if you need to brave the snow and ice, make sure your car is prepared and follow these tips below.

Weather.com also has some tips on if your rear wheels skid, front wheels skid or if you get stuck. Snow and Ice tips are curteousy of weather.com.

Driving in Wet Weather

Melting snow can cause wet roads and risky driving situations. Taking into account these simple tips from the National Safety Council can save your life.

While driving in snow, ice or wet weather conditions try to minimize distractions. Limit your cell phone use, adjusting the radio or anything that takes your attention off the road.

Safe driving!

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