Canada sits at the latitude and longitude of 60 degrees N and 95 degrees W and shows our position in the Northern Hemisphere. Winters can be extremely harsh in the interior and Prairie provinces. We are going to explore this topic and how to stay safe on Canada’s roads during the coldest months with re-examining safe winter driving skills,
Winter weather can vary across the nation. Average temperatures can range anywhere from -5 degrees to -40 degrees. Staying safe usually follows the rule of ‘go outside during the day, head indoors at sunset‘. This is because winter weather can be unpredictable and serious survival skills would be needed if caught outdoors especially with onset of nightfall.
This rule should also be followed by all Owners who drive but there are people who must travel for work. We will explore some tips from others who do have knowledge and lived experience with this type of weather. Remember, your Safety is of utmost importance for you, and your Loved ones.
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I hope your driving travels during this particular season are Safe, and do remember that Canada does have FOUR seasons. Winter is only one of them but known for it’s cold temperatures, long nights, short days. It can arrive in late October and last up till April.
A few tips I’ve learned over the years are as follows:
- ‘Slow down, and Gear down‘
- It’s always good to think outside of the box when finding oneself on the side of the road. It may just save your life.
- If stuck in the snow ‘off-roading’ and don’t have Kitty litter for traction, grab your knife or just snap off a couple large branches and tuck it under your tires. Dress warm if you must go outside.
- Make sure you have back-up communication ability packed with your Car Emergency Kit since Cell phones may not always get a signal.
- Ask around for an Accident lawyer who’s affordable.
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