Due to the changing weather conditions, driving conditions become more and more difficult. In such winter circumstances, it is really easy to get involved in an accident. Police statistics show that this is the time of an increase in the number of collisions and accidents, including those with the most tragic consequences. That is why the policemen call for special caution and for taking the foot off the gas.
Real winter appeared outside the windows. A layer of snow of several centimeters caused the weather situation to change dramatically. It is a reason to be pleased for the youngest during the winter holidays because it will finally be possible to go sledding. However, not everyone is satisfied with the winter weather. For motorists, such conditions make the roads slippery and dangerous. Residual snow or slush causes that car drivers do not always remember the right behavior on the road. And yet, to travel safely, you just need to follow a few simple rules.
The uniforms remind you that the road surface combined with rainfall extends the car’s braking distance, and in extreme cases, the driver may skid and not control the car. Overtaking, passing, and cornering in these conditions can be very dangerous. The law enforcement officers make a special appeal to pedestrians not to go directly in front of an oncoming vehicle. Even at a pedestrian crossing, make sure that the driver has time to brake. Every pedestrian and cyclist should also remember their safety and make sure they are visible. A reflective vest, a headband, or even an ordinary flashlight will make it easier to be seen by the oncoming driver when driving on a dimly lit road.
“Winter road conditions mean that traffic policemen have their hands full. Not all drivers receive appeals for a reason and the proverbial taking off the gas. Last long weekend, in the Tczew, officers worked in places of 10 road collisions. At that time, there was no road accident and no drunk driver was revealed.” says asp. staff. Dawid Krajewski, spokesman for the Tczew police.
During difficult road conditions, the uniforms pay special attention to the daring drivers. Police officers react to such dangerous behavior on the road and also check the technical condition of vehicles, the sobriety of drivers, and the required documents.
“There is only one conclusion. Remember that humility and common sense, combined with compliance with the law in difficult winter conditions, means that we avoid unpleasant consequences, but above all, we benefit from road safety.” adds the policeman.