Things to note when traveling on snowy days

Winter is a season that many people like. Although it is cold, the snow scene is also quite beautiful. But we all know that if we are not careful in winter, we may get frostbite and fall, which will affect our health. So everyone must pay attention to understand how to protect themselves in winter, and pay attention to safe living and transportation on snowy days. For example, the following issues must be followed.

Pedestrians’ precautions in snowy weather

When pedestrians walk on snowy or icy roads, they are generally nervous and afraid of slipping and falling. They tend to focus on the road under their feet and ignore the driving conditions of vehicles. Therefore, when walking on snowy and icy roads, it is best to wear non-slip rubber shoes, try not to wear flat-soled shoes without patterns, lower your body's center of gravity, and pay attention to driving conditions at all times. Because the braking distance of cars on icy and snowy roads is greatly extended, and braking skidding and U-turn loss of control often occur, pedestrians should walk on the sidewalk or along the roadside and try to stay away from the road. When crossing the road, you should first stand on the side of the road and adjust the angle of your rain hat or umbrella so that it does not block your view. Look left and right to make sure there are no vehicles approaching before crossing carefully. Never cut in or run too fast, do not cross between two cars, and do not suddenly change direction or back up.

Be careful when riding a bicycle

Poor visibility has the greatest impact on motor vehicles, but cyclists need to be more careful when riding on the same road.

First of all, bring a piece of dry cloth with you before going out, because the temperature is low in the morning and the humidity is high, a layer of ice may form on the car seat. If you don’t wipe it off with a cloth, your pants will become a rag.

Second, check whether the bicycle brakes are working properly. Ice may have formed on the brakes at night, and they will not work when you squeeze them at first.

Third, when riding a bike, don’t occupy the motor vehicle lane. Some bicycle lanes are not sprayed with salt water and are still icy, but you should still ride on the non-motor vehicle lane. Because if you are on the motor vehicle lane, due to low visibility, if a car has an accident, the bicycle will also be affected.

Fourth, there are still many places where the snow and ice have not melted, so when you encounter snow-covered ground and uneven ice surface, it is best to get out of the car and push it.

Fifth, don’t ride too fast. If you ride too fast, you may not be able to see the road conditions and pedestrians ahead, and you may not be able to react in time in an emergency.

The above are the precautions for walking on snowy days. I hope everyone can pay more attention to these common sense in life, especially when going out. If you don’t pay attention, you may get hurt. Therefore, for the sake of health, everyone must pay attention.