Drivers are reminded of the rules of safe driving in the rain

The threat of aquaplaning and other risks that rain and wet asphalt carry for drivers were recalled in the State Traffic Inspectorate, the correspondent of the Minsk-Novosti agency reports with reference to the UGAI GUVD of the Minsk City Executive Committee.

On wet pavement, it is especially important to choose a safe speed. Due to wet asphalt, the coefficient of wheel adhesion with the road is significantly reduced. This increases the braking distance and creates the risk of losing control. One of the threats is aquaplaning, that is, complete or partial loss of adhesion of the tires of the car with the road surface due to the emergence of a water layer between them. This happens when the rubber tread does not have time to displace water from the contact spot. Especially a lot of it in puddles, which are advised to pass at a constant speed. It shouldn't be too high.

In order not to lose control of the car, motorists are recommended to abandon rash maneuvers, sharp accelerations and braking. If visibility has deteriorated, do not forget to turn on the passing lights.

If there was a flooded section of the road on the way, an attempt to pass it can turn into a hydraulic shock and breakdown of the internal combustion engine.

In high-intensity precipitation, when it becomes impossible to drive safely, it is necessary to stop outside the carriageway and turn on the emergency light alarm. It is advisable to continue the journey after the weather conditions improve.

Pedestrians also need to move with extreme caution, especially near and on the carriageway. If you need to cross the road, you must first make sure that vehicles are not approaching the crossing. Going through it is important, while continuing to control the traffic situation.

In Minsk on November 11, there are times of precipitation. mostly rain. They (rain, wet snow) are expected on Wednesday in most of Belarus.

Another important point is related to the decrease in air temperature in the country. Those who have not changed summer tires to winter tires should do this, without waiting for December 1, when the availability of tires suitable for the season will become a prerequisite for further operation of the car. How to choose a “shoe” for a car for the winter, read the link.