The City of Dublin

In 2011, traffic crashes were reduced in the City of Dublin by 12 percent from 2010. Safe driving techniques during the winter months are critical. Ways to keep roadways safe include:

• Prior to traveling long distances, check road conditions by visiting www.buckeyetraffic.org. Also, remember to call the Patrol toll free at 1-877-7-PATROL to report disabled vehicles.

 

• Winterize your vehicle. Check wipers, tires, lights and fluid levels regularly. Make sure your brakes and transmission are working properly and lubricate car door and trunk locks to prevent freezing.

 

• Tell a friend or relative about your travel plans including your route and estimated arrival time. Call your friend or relative once you have arrived at your destination.

 

• Remember to wear your safety belt at all times.

 

• During hazardous driving conditions with ice or snow on the roads, keep a greater distance between you and the vehicle in front. Accelerate slowly and maintain a slower driving speed.

 

• If your vehicle begins to skid on a patch of ice, resist the temptation to apply your brakes. Take your foot off the gas pedal and steer your vehicle in the direction of the skid to try to regain control.

 

• Additionally, avoid other crash-causing behaviors, such as distracted driving, which includes texting, reading, eating, cell phone use and other activity that draws your attention away from the road; speed; failure to control the vehicle; and failure to yield.

 

• Keep an emergency kit in your vehicle including jumper cables, flares or roadway reflectors, flashlight and extra batteries, windshield washer fluid, small shovel, ice scraper, antifreeze, blanket, non-perishable food, candle, matches and a first aid kit.

 

• If your vehicle breaks down during severe weather pull as far off the road as possible. Open the hood, turn on hazard lights and place a “help” sign in the rear window. Stay in your vehicle while waiting for help to arrive. Do not accept a ride from a stranger but ask them to call a law enforcement agency for help at the next available phone.