What to do while driving in a Storm or Rain

I personally do not like driving in storms or nasty weather and like to avoid them at all costs but if I have to drive in one, I always take EXTRA care.

Always remember that it takes a lot longer to stop when the road is wet, so do not follow another vehicle too closely when it is raining or if the roads are wet. Increase the gap between you and the car in front from 2 seconds to 4 seconds. Also after long periods of dry without rain, the roads are always more slippery.

It is always difficult to see clearly in the rain, especially when it is bucketing down. A few tips to improve safety when driving in wet weather:

• Make sure your windscreen is kept clean inside and out. You never know when it might rain.
• Make sure your windscreen wipers are in good condition
• Turn your headlights on to low beam
• Use your air conditioner to prevent your windscreen from fogging up.

If you don’t have an air conditioner, use the heater demister and, if necessary, open the windows.

If caught in a storm while driving, try to pull over and park safely, preferably under the cover of a building eg, car park until the storm passes. Remember to stay clear of trees, power lines, storm water drains and streams.

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