Bombshell Whims wishes you a happy and safe holiday season. Although this year has been unlike any other; it is important to not only practice social distancing but also to be responsible when driving. Since most people see the holiday as a festive season; there are still accidents across the globe.
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With the winter weather setting in; I want to take this opportunity to remind you of some tips to make sure you are driving safely. Because many people are headed home from work, a small gathering, or shopping; it’s essential to prepare your vehicle for winter storms.
Safety Tips for Walking in the Snow and Ice
In addition to your vehicle, it is important that if you are out walking; you wear proper clothing and footwear. Moreover, slipping and falling on ice and snow is a big problem. Every year there are many injuries that can have an impact on someone’s life.
At the same time, it is essential to wear the right footwear to increase the traction on your feet as well as provide insulation.
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In addition to wearing proper footwear; it is important to wear a warm coat as well as gloves, a hat, and a scarf. For some fashionable and practical coat styles to wear during the winter months; be sure to check out my What Styles are on your Coat Rack this Fall and Winter post.
Now, that you have the proper type of clothing to wear; it is important to follow these tips.
- Be cautious when walking on ice and snow mounds.
- Don’t take any shortcuts as sometimes areas not well-traveled haven’t been shoveled and ice hasn’t been removed.
- If you are in a parking lot; be aware of any vehicles backing up or in close proximity to you.
- If it is sunny out; make sure you wear sunglasses to protect your vision as well as enable you to see better.
- Finally, walk slowly.
Bombshell Whims Wishes you a Happy Holiday – Winter Driving Safety Tips
Indeed, snow, ice, and freezing rain all have an impact on driving conditions. With this in mind, it is important that you have routine maintenance on your car.
Since every year there are terrible tragedies due to drunk and drugged drivers; it is essential you don’t drive while under the influence. To read more on tragedies that could be prevented; be sure to visit my National Drunk Driving Prevention Month post.
Moreover, if you are driving in the winter months; I recommend you follow a few of my tips for staying safe.
- Make sure you test your brakes. For example, a good place to make sure your car easily stops is to start and stop in an empty parking lot.
- In addition, make sure you have your battery charged.
- Don’t forget to have regular oil changes.
- Meanwhile, it is important that you have fluid to keep your wipers operatable. And, also, make sure you have a good snowbrush and ice scraper in your vehicle.
- Finally, make sure you have a good set of tires on your vehicle. And, don’t forget to check your tire pressure.
Also, you may want to have a roadside kit in your vehicle. If you run into a problem, you will have everything you need to get back on the road or to wait until help arrives.
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Home Safety Tips
Additionally, it is important to be safe when you are home. For instance, if you are having company; make sure you practice social distancing. Use the elbow bump to greet people.
To help keep you safe inside your home; my tips will help in case there is a bad storm.
- Have batteries on hand for your carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors.
- Have battery-operated candles on hand.
All you need to have on hand are batteries, and these candles will light up.
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- Make sure you have a flashlight.
- If you are handy, check your pipes and heater. No one wants to have their water pipes freezing or their heating system break down during the cold wintery months.
In summary, be prepared to stay safe and healthy this winter.
Bombshell Whims wishes you a happy and safe holiday season.