Winter Driving
This driving behavior limits reaction time and frequently leads to collisions, particularly in icy and snowy conditions.
What is tailgating.
True or false: Heart attacks are more common in winter
What is true?
A dangerous event with winds of at least 35mph in combination with falling or blowing snow that reduces visibility to 1/4 mile or less for a minimum of 3 hours.
What is a blizzard.
It would not be wise to try using these to break your fall.
What is hands or arms.
You should warm your car here to avoid carbon monoxide entering your house
What is outside?
Due to risk of hydroplanes or skids, it is unwise to use this feature in winter advisory conditions.
What is cruise control.
The potentially fatal lowering of a persons body temperature.
What is hypothermia.
To avoid this deadly hazard, do not burn fuels in enclosed spaces without proper ventilation.
What is carbon monoxide poisoning.
You should turn this off to prevent pipes from freezing to the outside faucets
What is water valve?
The correct action to take once it has been determined road conditions are unsafe for travel.
What is "pull over" or "stay home"
When cold weather puts an added strain on the heart, activities such as shoveling snow can cause this dangerous condition.
What is overexertion.
Correct action to take if you become stranded in your vehicle during severe winter weather.
What is stay in your car.
You should get this inspected professionally before winter season begins
What is Heating System?
To ensure your vehicle is properly "winterized," you must have these items in your vehicle. (Name 5)
What is shovel, blanket, cat litter, flashlight, food, lighter, antifreeze, wiper fluid, ice scraper, first aid kit.
Burning of the cornea of the eye by exposure to intense UV rays in a snow covered environment causes what condition.
What is snow blindness.
True or False: You should avoid eating snow
What is true?
Before burning the first log of the season you should get this cleaned and inspected
What is a Fireplace and chimney?
Corrective action when you find yourself spinning out in your vehicle.
What is "turn into the skid."
If your skin is cold and wet for an extended period of time, you can get these itchy, red lesions when it is rewarmed.
What is chilblains.
You can make fire from this unlikely object.
What is ice.
Name two Cold-weather Essentials
What is fire extinguisher, a alternative hear source i.e. generator, wood-burning stove, or fireplace), sand, ice melt, and shovel