Careful, slippery: Irkutsk State Traffic Inspectorate warns of danger on roads

In the regional center, weather conditions deteriorated sharply: snow, rain and ice fell on the city. In connection with the bad weather and difficult situation on the roads, traffic police officers called on motorists to be extremely careful.

To avoid accidents and accidents on a slippery road, drivers are strongly advised to:

Reduce speed is the main way to keep control of the car in bad weather.

Increase the distance - the braking distance on a snowy and icy road increases significantly.

Be extremely attentive - do not be distracted by gadgets and foreign affairs while driving.

Check the technical condition of the car before the trip, making sure that the brakes, tires and windshield wipers are serviceable.

The department emphasizes that road safety depends on each participant. Drivers are asked to consider the traffic situation, plan trips in advance and take care of themselves and their loved ones.