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How To Handle Road Emergency Situations driving on County Roads in Putnam and Westchester County

May 8, 2013 by Joe Marconi Leave a Comment

Tire blow-out – Engine stalls – Transmission failure – Breakdowns

 

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Eventually all of us will encounter an emergency situation while traveling on the road, which can be potentially dangerous. Maintaining your composure and following a few basic procedures will get your through the situation safely. Whether it’s a tire blow-out, engine stall or other major malfunction, you will need to follow a basic guideline.

Below is a check list of tips to follow:

  • At the first sign of tire trouble, grip the steering wheel firmly.
  • Don’t apply the brakes, unless you need to in order to control the car to safety.
  • It’s better to let the car slow down gradually by taking your foot off the gas pedal.
  • Work your vehicle toward the breakdown lane or, if possible, toward an exit.
  • If it is necessary to change lanes, signal your intentions to drivers behind and do so smoothly and carefully, watching your mirrors and the traffic around you very closely.
  • Steer as your vehicle slows down. It is better to roll the car off the roadway (when you have slowed to 30 miles per hour) and into a safe place than it is to stop in traffic and risk a rear-end or side collision from other vehicles.
  • When all four wheels are off the pavement—brake cautiously until you stop.
  • It’s important to have the car well off the pavement and away from traffic before stopping, even if proceeding to a place of safety means rolling along slowly with a flat tire.
  • Once off the road, turn on your emergency flashers.
  • Remember that being safe must take precedence over your schedule or whatever other concerns you may have. Therefore, it may be best to get professional help if you have a breakdown on a multi-lane highway.
  • Don’t stand behind or next to your vehicle. If possible, stand away from the vehicle and wait for help to arrive.
  • All interstate highways and major roads are patrolled regularly. Also, some highways have special “call-for-help” phones. If you have a cell phone you can call right from the roadside. It is inadvisable to walk on a multi-lane highway. However, if you can see a source of help and are able to reach it on foot, try the direct approach by walking but keeping as far from traffic as possible.

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