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Remember, unless you have
anti-lock, if you
brake so
hard
that your wheels stop rolling, you'll just slide.
Brake
so
your
wheels always keep
rolling and you can
still steer.
Whatever your braking system, allow greater
following distance on any slippery road.
Watch for slippery spots. The road might be fine
until you hit a spot that's covered with ice. On an
otherwise clear road, ice patches may appear in
shaded areas where the sun can't reach: around
clumps of trees, behind buildings, or under bridges.
Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may
remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear. If
you see a patch of ice ahead of you, brake before you
are on it.
Try
not to brake while you're actually on
the ice, and avoid sudden steering maneuvers.
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If
You're Caught in
a
Blizzard
If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in
a
serious situation. You should probably stay with your
vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help
and you can hike through the snow. Here are some
things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your
passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers. Tie a red
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