Top tips for driving in strong winds revealed as Storms Dudley and Eunice will lash Britain with 90mph gales TOMORROW
MOTORISTS will need to be extra careful on the roads as two massive storms are set to hit Britain from tomorrow. Storm Dudley is expected to cause havoc, with gale force winds in tow, tomorrow and Storm Eunice will hit on Friday. The most recent weather map from the Met Office has located where the […]
MOTORISTS will need to be extra careful on the roads as two massive storms are set to hit Britain from tomorrow.
Storm Dudley is expected to cause havoc, with gale force winds in tow, tomorrow and Storm Eunice will hit on Friday.
The most recent weather map from the Met Office has located where the storms are likely to hit and has issued numerous weather warnings.
The first of the two, Storm Dudley, is set to hit northern parts of the UK including Strathclyde, Yorkshire and the North West, and venture into the East of England.
However, most parts of the UK will still feel the hit of the windy weather.
Storm Eunice, which will follow on Friday, will bring strong winds and snow blizzards in places.
These extreme weather conditions can make driving extremely difficult, and drivers will need to be extra cautious on the roads.
Via Twitter, the Met Office has given its top tips, in partnership with RAC and National Highway, for driving in severe weather conditions.
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Stick to main roads, where you can
It’s best to stick to main roads during bad weather conditions, if it is possible.
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Smaller roads can be poorly lit and you may not be able to see the road properly.
You’re also less likely to come across any fallen branches and any debris that may have flown onto the road.
Use both hands to grip the steering wheel
Wind battering your car can make it hard to control.
Keep both your hands firmly on the wheel to give yourself the most control of your vehicle as you can.
Keep enough room either side of your vehicle
Try and keep enough distance between you and any other vehicle on both sides of your car.
This will mean you will have plenty of space if wind was to unsettle your car and cause it to be blown sideways.
Be aware of gaps between trees, buildings or bridges
Gaps between buildings, bridges and trees can leave your car vulnerable to side winds, which doesn’t help when you’re trying to keep control of your car.
Be wary of them and approach with caution.
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