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Hazards on the Road: How to Drive Safely in the Rain

There is a lot of danger lurking around on the roadways in your area. The last thing you want to do is get too comfortable behind the wheel due to the danger it can cause.

How to drive safely in the rainOne of the most dangerous times to be behind the wheel is when there is rain falling. The rain will lead to wetter road conditions, which can be very problematic. Instead of putting yourself and your passengers at risk, you have to focus on the task at hand. Each year, over 24,000 car accidents occur in Washington, D.C. The only way to avoid being part of this statistic is by doing all you can to drive safely. Read below to find out more about how you can stay safe while driving in the rain.

You Need to Decrease Your Speed

When trying to avoid the dangers involved in driving in the rain, you need to decrease the speed you are traveling at. While you may be running late, it is not worth putting your life at risk. When it rains, the normal hazards you face behind the wheel will be magnified greatly. By slowing down, you will be able to focus more on the road and can stay out of harm’s way.

Watch How Hard You Apply Your Brakes

One of the biggest mistakes you can make while driving in the rain is slamming on your brakes. Applying the brakes with too much pressure can lead to a spin out or hydroplane. When you do have to apply brakes, you need to do it very gently. You need to also be aware of moisture in your brakes. If you run through a big puddle, you need to tap the brakes a few times to get rid of the moisture. This will help you to eliminate the risks that come with having too much moisture built up in your braking system.

Keep an Eye on the Other Vehicles

Another important thing you need to do when trying to avoid wrecks when it is raining is keeping an eye on the other cars around you. Keeping an eye out for things like erratic driving is a great way to know what dangers need to be avoided. If you are doing things like jamming out to your favorite song or texting while driving, you will be increasing the risk of being involved in an accident. If you are involved in an accident that was not your fault, you need to seek out some legal advice. You may be entitled to a settlement for your injuries, which is why you will need to get help from a lawyer.

The team at DC Car Accident Lawyers have been helping accident victims get compensated for their injuries for years. You can call us at 888-530-2935 to schedule a consultation. During this consultation, we will be able to get information regarding whether or not the case you have is worth pursuing.

Author Media SmackPosted on April 26, 2017Categories Auto Accident, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death

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