TIPS FOR STAYING SAFE DURING WINTERTIME SQUALLS
IT’S NOT ALWAYS GOING TO BE A WINTER WONDERLAND OUT THERE ...
batteries, jumper cables, abrasive material like sand or kitty litter, a shovel, a snow brush, an ice scraper, flares or warning beacons, extra blankets, a first-aid kit, medicine, and a charged cell phone. If your truck happens to stall out along the way, stay calm. Take a deep breath, keep shining your lights, only run your truck enough to stay warm, and don’t overexert yourself. The most important step to protecting yourself, whether at work or on vacation, is to buckle up. Make buckling your seatbelt a habit, because nothing is more dangerous than being unbuckled when the weather makes the thruways unpredictable. Lastly, it is imperative to prevent accidents before they happen. Slow down, take your time, and increase the distance between your car and other cars. Always stay attentive and keep your eyes open for crossing pedestrians, no matter what time of day. Get plenty of rest before your trip, stop at least every three hours, and stay vigilant out there.
Seasonal changes are just some of the many factors that threaten a driver’s safety, and while some hazards are unavoidable many don’t have to be. Regardless of what corner of the globe you call home, wintertime changes will shake up your daily routes, and your fellow drivers will be feeling the pressure too. Don’t let your own real-life episode of “ Ice Road Truckers” be a horror story. Stay prepared this winter season by implementing these simple strategies for preventing weather-related accidents!
For seasonal safety, there’s no better place to start than with the three P’s of winter driving: Prepare, Protect, and Prevent.
Take the time to prepare for your trip. Plan for any scenario that could put you in a dangerous situation. It’s worth the extra energy to analyze your route ahead of time and set aside extra time in your itinerary to account for any weather-related delays. Make sure your vehicle is in working order before your next trip. It sounds simple, but forgetting could spell disaster on the open road. Check the batteries, tire tread, oil, and windshield wipers, and make sure your windows are clean, your antifreeze is full, and that you have no-freeze fluid in the washer reservoir.
Be safe and enjoy the ride!
Most importantly, make sure your truck has the essentials within arm’s reach. These items should include a flashlight,
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INGREDIENTS
• 1 chuck roast, 3–4 pounds • 1 packet ranch dressing mix • 1 packet au jus gravy mix • 1/4 cup butter • 4–5 pepperoncini peppers
DIRECTIONS
1. Place roast in the slow cooker, sprinkling the top with ranch dressing and au jus packets. Place peppers on top of the roast, then the butter. 2. Cook 8 hours over low heat. 3. Serve with noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes. Enjoy!
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