On Tuesday at. 21.45 National Weather Service issued an updated Winter Weather Advisory valid for Thursday between midnight and dinner for Sussex and Warren County.

The weather service says, “Mixed rainfall is expected. Total snow and lacing compumes up to an inch and ice collections between one tenth and two tenths of an inch.”

“Plan on slippery road conditions. The dangerous conditions can affect commuting on Thursday morning,” explains the weather service. “Slow down and be careful when traveling. The latest road conditions for the condition you call from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.”

Winter Run Essentials: Recommendations from the Weather Service for Secure Travel

Winter’s icy grips often turn roads treacherous, leading to over 6,000 weather -related vehicle death accidents and more than 480,000 injuries each year. When you are on snowy or freezing rain -licked roads, your highest priority should be security. Slow down and exercise. In temperatures near freezing, it is wise to adopt icy patches on the road and adjust your driving accordingly. Be on warning for ice that accumulates on power lines and tree branches, as they can break and fall. If possible, avoid driving under these conditions completely. But if you have to dare, choose routes with fewer trees and power lines and never touch a submerged power line. If you encounter one, call 911 immediately. Here are additional winter weather drive tips:

Share your travel plans:

When you dare out of the city in dangerous winter weather, be sure to inform family or friends about your destination, your intended route and your esteemed arrival time.

Prepare your vehicle:

Make sure your gasoline tank is full and equip your vehicle with important winter supply, including a windscreen scraper, jumper cables, a small shovel, flashlight, mobile phone, blanket, extra warm clothes, drinking water and non-calorie food.

Stay calm when stranded:

If you get stranded, remain composed. Inform someone about your situation and place. Avoid trying to go to safety. Enter you need help by attaching a cloth to your car’s antenna or mirror and making your vehicle more visible by using the dome lights and flasher

Be aware of snow plows:

Look out for snow plows and let them plenty of space. Only connects a plow when you have a clear picture of the road forward.

Check the road conditions:

Before you go into your trip, verify the current conditions to make informed travel decisions.

Keep safe on wintry roads with these valuable winter driving tips from the weather service and reduce the risk of accidents under challenging weather conditions.

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