Nutrition, Food Safety and Health Agent
Winter weather will be here before we know it, below are tips from the Kansas Department of Transportation for winter driving. The full article is available at http://bit.ly/1PjJtBT .
- If the weather is bad, remember Ice and Snow, Take It Slow, or just don’t go.
- Be aware of the latest weather conditions by visiting kandrive.org, calling 5-1-1 from anywhere in Kansas or1-866-511-KDOT (5368), or visiting 511 Mobile at http://511mm.ksdot.org
- Prepare your vehicle, check your tires, wiper blades, fluids, lights, belts, and hoses.
- Remove any snow on your vehicle’s windows, lights, brake lights and signals. Make sure you can see and be seen.
- Leave with plenty of time to reach your destination safely.
- In snowy conditions, drive well below the posted speed limit and leave plenty of room between cars.
- Don’t talk on your cell phone or use your mobile device while driving.
By: Ashley Svaty
