Driving in Extreme Weather

When Mother Nature throws you a curveball, know how to react



First things first: It is best to stay off the road when the weather is dangerous. Seek shelter and follow the local instructions until the danger has passed. That said, you may find yourself stranded in your car at the worst possible moment. These tips can help you weather the storm.

 Flash Flood 

 Approach any large pools of water in the road slowly. Observe how other vehicles are handling them. If it’s unclear how deep the water is, don’t try to drive through it. If the engine stalls, abandon the vehicle (if you can do so safely) or dial 911.

 Lightning Storm 

 No place is completely safe from lightning, but your car is among the safer ones. The reason is that, when struck by lightning, the car transmits the charge through its metal exterior into the ground.

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