Winter road conditions can lead to some of the most complicated accidents, especially at a high speed. Snow, ice, rain, and cold don’t blend well with 2-ton vehicles barreling down highways at 70 mph. Most of us in the South avoid driving when the roads are compromised. But for long-haul drivers and others forced to travel for work, there is no eluding the dangers of the elements. That’s why we want to offer some safe driving suggestions for your winter commute. Don’t Slam on the Brakes on Black Ice The probability of black ice is at its highest just before dawn. As the sun is rising, the temperature drops, and any dew or water on the road will freeze. Unfortunately for motorists, this is the prime time for their commutes. If you encounter black ice, don’t slam on the brakes, as it could cause your vehicle to spin. Ease off the gas and gently pump the brakes as you try minor corrections. Significant turning will cause just as many problems as slamming on the brakes. Avoid Cruise Control While your vehicle has many luxury features, cruise control is not one to be used during adverse weather conditions. As a matter of fact, it 2 Tips for Driving on Winter Roads HAVE YOU BEEN INJURED IN AN ACCIDENT?
might be more dangerous to use it when the roads are wet. The National Safety Commission warns that your car’s tires may lose contact with the pavement or hydroplane when using cruise control. In addition, braking to release cruise control creates more unnecessary potential for harm. Whenever possible, let off the accelerator to slow down in wet weather. These are just a couple ways you can stay safe on the roads this season. Bad weather won’t remove liability in an auto accident, so if you’ve been hurt in an automobile collision, you should contact us today. We fight for legal rights in a variety of situations, and we want to help you.
TAKE A BREAK
Winter is the height of citrus season, so it’s a perfect time to experiment with oranges and lemons. Roasting the fruits concentrates their flavor and makes the skins edible, creating a blast of flavor for this winter salad. Citrus and Avocado Salad
Ingredients
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1 blood, cara cara, or navel orange, sliced 1/8-inch thick and deseeded 1 Meyer or regular lemon, sliced 1/8- inch thick and deseeded 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 bunch arugula
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1/2 cup fresh mint leaves 1 avocado, cut into wedges Salt and pepper, to taste
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Directions
1. Heat oven to 425 F. 2. In a rimmed baking sheet, toss citrus slices with 1 tablespoon oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast citrus until lightly charred and caramelized, about 10–15 minutes. Let cool. 3. Meanwhile, in a large mixing bowl, combine onion and lemon juice. Season with salt and let sit for 5 minutes. 4. Add citrus, arugula, and mint to onion mixture. Drizzle with remaining oil, season with salt and pepper to taste, and toss thoroughly. 5. Add avocado, combing very gently to not crush avocado.
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