Washington Injury Law Blog

You may have noticed that it snowed recently and it’s freezing outside. I know what you’re thinking, No Kidding! According to the weather forecast the snow and ice are going to stick around the Seattle area and greater Washington for at least the next week.

Diving on icy and snowy roadways requires extra caution. Take extra care when driving this week. Here are 9 tips for driving on icy and snow covered roads:
1. Drive with your headlights on, even during the daytime.
2. Slow down.
3. Even when roads are dry, watch out for icy bridges.
4. Stay at least 15 car lengths (200 feet) back from maintenance vehicles and plows, and don’t pass them on the right.
5. Don’t use cruise control or overdrive in freezing weather.
6. Don’t pump anti-lock brakes to stop.
7. Clear snow and ice from car surfaces before driving.
8. Keep safety equipment, spare parts and food and water in the car.
9. Allow greater distance to stop your car, start slowing down earlier.

Find more winter driving tips at:
www.wsdot.wa.gov/winter/
www.roadragers.com/tips/driving-on–ice.htm