Driving in Adverse Weather Conditions Friday, 15 June 2012 -
4:35pm Members of the public are reminded to drive to the
conditions, ensuring they slow down, be alert and pay attention
at all times. Reduced visibility caused from adverse weather
conditions require all motorists to drive with extra care. A
number of other safety actions that can be taken by motorists
whilst driving in adverse weather conditions: - Be alert at all
times, pay attention to road warning signs that display
hazardous conditions - Drive with headlights on at times of poor
visibility - Ensure your windscreen is clean and is demisted,
and wiper blades are in good condition - Ensure your vehicle is
roadworthy and the tyres are in good condition and are correctly
inflated, and - Leave plenty of space between your vehicle and
the vehicle ahead of you. Pedestrians are reminded that when
crossing the road they should use the approved crossings at
traffic lights, walkways and/or designed pedestrian crossings.
When the visibility is poor pedest