Bring Winter Weather Safety on the Road | SERVPRO of East Cobb

1/24/2023 (Permalink)

Let SERVPRO help when winter storms cause water damage to your home or business. We can make winter water damage "Like it never even happened."

It’s one thing to be caught off-guard by snowfall at home, but being caught in a snowstorm on the road is a whole other ballgame. Hazards like hidden black ice, strong winter winds and
snowfall that obstruct your vision can make driving a real challenge in the winter.

East Cobb might not be blanketed in snow every winter, but every now and then, snowstorms make a surprise appearance. It can be quite nerve-racking if you’re on the road during this rare
occurrence, but preparing ahead of time will allow you to keep your cool.

With a few extra precautions, you can bring winter preparedness on the go. You’ll be driving safely in a winter wonderland in no time—if we have one this winter!

Pack an Emergency Kit

Keeping an emergency pack in your home is essential for being prepared for the worst, but what if disaster strikes while you’re driving? Whether you encounter snow on the road in East Cobb
or on a winter road trip, having a winter emergency kit on hand can save your life.

Keeping emergency supplies in your car will help you keep comfortable if you’re stopped on the side of the road waiting for the storm to pass.

Take It Slow

Driving in inclement weather is difficult enough; don’t make it any harder for others on the road by driving recklessly. Drive slowly and keep a safe distance from the other cars around you.
Try to keep calm, and keep an eye out for any winter hazards hiding on the road as you drive.

If conditions become too intense or you begin to panic, pull over to the side of the road, turn on your hazard lights and wait for the storm to pass.

Prepare in Advance

Nothing is more annoying than jumping in your car only to discover that your windshields are covered in frost and your car temperature is below zero! Wait until your car has warmed up and the frost has cleared before driving to ensure that nothing is blocking your visibility.

If inclement weather is in the forecast, staying at home is the best way to avoid a slip-up on the road. Always check the weather the night before a trip to determine whether it is safe to travel.

Making sure your automobile is in good shape before you go will also help you avoid breaking down at the worst possible time. Before trekking through the winter weather, check your car battery, make sure your tank is full and inspect your tire tread.

If winter catches us off-guard this year, our team is ready to help! SERVPRO can repair the damage caused by extreme weather and return you to a safe home.