Before starting a trip, you must prepare your itinerary to avoid possible impediments such as obstructions, blocked roads or water leaks. And, of course, make sure that the vehicle is in perfect condition, especially the tires, lights and windshield wipers.
It is known in advance that atmospheric conditions will deteriorate drastically, ensuring that you have sufficient fuel to avoid unnecessary paragens and do not leave the house without a charged telephone, to be able to warn of a direito in case of overheating.
Once on the road, you must drive gently, avoiding sudden movements, jerks or great accelerations. These situations can represent a cliff not only for itself, but also for those around it.
Keep the vehicle's windows ventilated (it is possible to use the conditioned air to do things more quickly and efficiently), ensuring the best possible visibility outside the surrounding environment.
In case of overpassing, increase the speed of the windshield wiper to ensure a clear view of the road and the vehicle that we are about to overpass.
Regarding the floor, pay special attention to the leaves and branches blown by wind that can accumulate on the road and drastically reduce the adhesion of the tires. It also happens in areas subject to low temperatures, since ice formation, especially in shaded or dark areas, may not be evident to the eye.
Finally, in case of experiencing any type of incident on the road, it is recommended to use two lighting and signal devices, without forgetting to place the Help Flash before leaving the vehicle.
How to deal with floods on roads?
First of all, it is important to avoid crossing any area with accumulated water. Even though it is clear from the road, it is not clear that the visual assessment of the height of the water is not minimally reliable and that it can also hide objects or obstacles that have been swept away. If you are afraid of being surprised by a flood or torrent of water and it is not possible to remove the vehicle, alert the emergency services, remove the safety belt and leave the passenger compartment as quickly as possible. If the water is very tight and you cannot open the door, wait until the press inside and outside the carriage is even or the door comes out, to avoid contact with the water. If you cannot lower the glass, break it with an object that is in your hand, always protecting the most exposed areas of your body. Avoid leaving the car through the windshield because this could cause sudden flooding of the passenger compartment and place all occupants on the cliff.
Once outside, and if there is no alternative, remain on the roof of the vehicle to keep it visible and make the work of the rescue teams easier.
