Much of the United States It experiences unstable climatic conditions during this time Thanksgiving Day. Different meteorological events will leave different areas of the North American country Sub-zero temperatures and snowfall This would complicate those who plan to travel between Friday and Sunday. In this context, it is important to know what should be checked in the car before setting off on the road.
Whether for Snow, sleet or ice, and weather conditions for the weekend Thanksgiving Day In the United States It could turn any road into a high-risk scenario, according to climate forecasts Accuweather and National Weather Service (NWSfor its abbreviation in English).
According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (Netsafor its abbreviation in English), in 2023 there were 320 fatal accidents and around 22,293 accidents with injuries that occurred specifically during times of snow or sleet.
Looking at this panorama, American Automobile Association (AAAfor its abbreviation in English) expects that 81.8 million passengers take US roads. Therefore, preparation becomes essential.
In this context, These are the 10 things to check, according to the NHTSA, before leaving on U.S. roads On Thanksgiving weekend, which will bring cold weather, snow and a large number of travelers:
But in addition to the things you should check in your car before taking a trip on Thanksgiving weekend, NHTSA also recommends reducing speed in snow, sleet, or icy conditions..
In this regard, the agency stated that snow-covered or slippery surfaces make it difficult to control the vehicle It greatly extends the braking distance.
For this reason, On the road, it is necessary to extend the distance with the car in front of you To have enough margin for any unexpected maneuver.
Another important recommendation is Stay away from snow plows. These vehicles move slowly, make wide turns, and stop frequently. They tend to overlap lanes and leave the road regularly.
If the car is stopped or left in winter weatherThe priority is attention. In these cases the following is recommended: