What to do when driving in heavy rain

With the start of the spring rains motorists are urged to be careful on the road.

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A few tips to help you stay safe:

• Keep a safe driving distance.
• Drive with your head-lights on.
• Avoid speeding in the rain.
• If possible, park your vehicle under shelter and avoid driving in heavy rain.
• The best way to avoid being caught inside your car is to avoid water on the road all together.
• Don’t drive into a flooded bridge or road, if possible, try a different route.
• Listen to the radio for traffic and flood updates so as to know which routes to avoid.
• For your own safety don’t stay in a car that may get flooded.

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