More winter safety tips
And while we’re on the subject of driving safely this season, here’s what you should do in case you get trapped in your car during blizzard, according to FEMA:
Stay in the car. Do not leave the car to search for assistance unless help is visible within 100 yards. You may become disoriented and lost is blowing and drifting snow.
Display a trouble sign. Hang a brightly colored cloth on the radio antenna and raise the hood.
Occasionally run engine to keep warm. Turn on the car's engine for about 10 minutes each hour. Run the heater when the car is running. Also, turn on the car's dome light when the car is running.
Beware of carbon monoxide poisoning. Keep the exhaust pipe clear of snow, and open a downwind window slightly for ventilation.
Watch for signs of frostbite and hypothermia.
Do minor exercises to keep up circulation.
Clap hands and move arms and legs occasionally. Try not to stay in one position for too long. If more than one person is in the car, take turns sleeping.
For warmth, huddle together.
Use newspapers, maps, and even the removable car mats for added insulation.
Avoid overexertion. Cold weather puts an added strain on the heart. Unaccustomed exercise such as shoveling snow or pushing a car can bring on a heart attack or make other medical conditions worse. Be aware of symptoms of dehydration.
Winter calls for more careful and alert driving. Make sure too, that your vehicle is in shape and crucial auto parts like tires, lights, mirrors, windshield wipers, radiators, starters, and engine parts – if worn, are replaced by quality Toyota, Mazda, Ford, Nissan, Volkswagen and Saab auto parts from Auto Parts Deal.
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