Auto Accidents During Bad Weather
Posted: Monday, January 10, 2011
by Marcela Shine
Accidents.com
There have been many accidents caused by bad weather, especially snow and icy conditions. Black ice is especially dangerous because it is barely visible to the human eye. That is why it is very important to consider certain factors while driving in these conditions such as driving approximately 10 mph under the speed limit. This will help reduce the probability of encountering a accident in icy conditions. Icy conditions make it a lot harder for one to stop their vehicle in the snow and ice, as opposed to a dry road because the snow and ice make it harder for a vehicles tires to have maximum grip on the road. This leads to a longer breaking period, for example if you are traveling 20 mph and need to break suddenly your car will most likely slow down much faster on a dry road then it would in the snow or even worse a road that is covered by black ice.
Many motorists find themselves in a close encounter during the winter as opposed to the dry seasons such as the summer time. Not only do drivers have to worry about their car slipping during the winter but they also have to worry about other drivers as well. It is also a common phenomenon that other drivers lose control of their cars during the winter and crash into innocent drivers minding their own business. That is why during the winter time especially during snow and ice conditions it is a good idea to not drive if you don't really have to (emergency situation) This alone can help motorists avoid accidents during bad weather conditions. Another way to help avoid the risk of a accident during the winter is to purchase snow / winter tires for your vehicle. This can make a night and day difference in the way that your car grips the road. Winter tires get more grip because of their special design, as opposed to normal tires that have a flat surface, snow tires have little teeth in the tires that provide extra grip in the snow and ice, also they are more narrow so that they are always making contact with the road and not hydroplaning out of control with their tires having 0 contact with the road itself. Which can be a very dangerous situation especially when you are trying to stop and you cannot because your tires aren't gripping the road. To those who this has happened to, they know how much of a frightening experience this can be.
In conclusion it is a great idea to take extra precautions while driving during the winter in snow and ice conditions. Buy yourself a set of winter tires and try to avoid driving in serious weather conditions at all costs. Be cautious of other drivers and make sure you always have control of your vehicle.
Peter Nero,
Brightgeist Media
personal injury attorney from NY, USA
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