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PRESS RELEASE
January 15, 2010
*********************FOR
IMMEDIATE RELEASE********************
KEYS TO SAFE WINTER DRIVING
Winter is upon us again and winter road
conditions are here till spring. With a little forethought and some simple
preparation we can get through another winter unscathed.
1. Easy
does it! Do not break hard and do not jerk the steering wheel. While driving
on slick surfaces everything you do should be done gently slowly and easily.
2. Increase
following distances. Even if you are in control; others may not be. If the
car if front of you goes out of control can you stay out of the way?
3. Watch
out for snow removal equipment. These can be Municipal plow trucks doing the
roads themselves or smaller private contractors doing lots and drives.
4. You’ll
have better traction the heavier your car is. Keep your tank full and for rear
wheel drive cars carry extra weight in the trunk.
5. Be
extra careful on ramps. Many accidents occur on ramps when roads are slick.
6. Be
extra careful on bridges and overpasses. They will freeze first because they
are exposed underneath.
7. If
you are in a remote area do not leave your vehicle if you get stuck or caught in
a blizzard. Stay in it and wait for help.
When it comes to harsh winter conditions, being
prepared is especially important. Be prepared by putting together your own
personal “care package” of extra warm clothes and survival gear. Some basic
items you should include are:
Cell phone and charger,
Extra warm clothes, Winter boots, Gloves and hat, Blanket, Lighter & matches,
Candles, Flashlight, Water.
Be prepared by getting good
weather reports. Several sources are:
1. Radio-
AM/FM, weather band radio
2. Internet
- Many sites are devoted to weather
3. Calling
home- Ask family and/or friends to watch weather channel or news for updates.
4. CB
radio- can call ahead for road conditions.
Be prepared by
knowing how to recognize a dangerous road or situation.
1. Watch
for spray from other vehicles. If there is spray it probably is not freezing.
2. Watch
other vehicles. Are they slipping & sliding or fishtailing? Are you seeing
cars in ditches? These are indicators that the road may be slicker than you
think.
3. Ice
build-up on windshield where wipers don’t cover indicates its freezing.
Be prepared by knowing your own limitations.
Only you can judge when it’s safe for you to continue on when roads become bad.
You are always better arriving late than not arriving at all.
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Free Smoke Detectors
The Brighton Area Fire Department has launched an initiative to ensure that
there is at least one working smoke detector in every residence in the City of
Brighton, Brighton and Genoa Township. Brighton fire fighters will come to
your home at no charge and install a working smoke detector. Installation
takes only fifteen minutes.
This program is available only to residents of the
City of Brighton, Brighton Township and Genoa Township.
Residents can schedule
an appointment by calling 810-229-6640 Ext. 37 or send a e-mail to
cruf@brightonareafire.com.
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The Brighton Area Firefighters Association Says....
HELP POLICE, FIRE, AND EMS FIND YOU FASTER !!!
With A Reflective Address Sign....
The Brighton Area Firefighters Association is selling
Reflective Address Signs for $15.00. Order forms can be picked up at the
Brighton Area Fire Department Mon-Fri 8am-5pm or
e-mail gmowbray@brightonareafire.com
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