The National Weather Service is predicting a storm system that may bring wintery precipitation to the central U.S. Wednesday, Oct. 30, and Thursday, Oct. 31. The following tips will help you stay safe this winter.
Safety while driving
The biggest weather hazard in Kansas is icy roads, so you need to be prepared when traveling during the winter as well. The best way to counter this hazard is slow down. You want to do everything slower and lighter than you normally would. Hitting your gas pedal, slamming your brakes or cranking your wheel too quickly is a surefire way to lose traction on an icy or wet road.
Plan ahead
A little planning goes a long way. Be sure to check the weather forecast along your trip by visiting weather.gov. Visit the Kansas Department of Transportation website to access information about your road conditions including webcams.
Stock your car emergency kit
An emergency kit is essential in case you become stranded. Check out this list of emergency supplies to make your own car emergency kit.
Additional tips
For winter safety tips, visit the National Weather Service Winter Weather Safety Page.