Being conscious of the weather conditions along the route that you will be traveling is a good way to save time and to also prevent having to use any coverage from your truck insurance policy. Most commercial truck drivers have driven any various kinds of poor weather during their careers. Knowing how these bad weather conditions will affect the streets that they are driving on and then how to react to these bad conditions is very crucial for the truck driver's safety as well as the safety of other drivers on the road. Before leaving for you trip be aware what the weather is going to be like along the route you are taking. Plan for alternate routes in case extreme weather make it dangerous to use the original. Also use your CB to talk with other truck drivers to get updates on the conditions of the roads ahead of you. Rainy conditions can cause your truck to hydroplane if you are not careful. Keep your lights on for better visibility for you and other vehicles on the road. Avoid any sudden changes in speed because the roads may be slick. Driving on a flooded road is never a good idea despite the extra weight associated with a commercial truck. Your trailer could jackknife or the whole rig to flip over because of the strong water flow in the flooded area. Abandon your truck if you and head for higher ground if you do find yourself in this situation. If you are driving in fog turn on your defroster and windshield wipers to aid in your visibility. Sometimes it can also help to roll down your windows so you can hear slow moving or stopped vehicles that you may not see. Use low beam headlights and fog lights to have the best visibility. If you are driving in snow and ice, remember your antilock brakes will work best if you apply firm, constant pressure. Keep in mind that your braking area will be larger than in normal conditions. Keep plenty of area between your truck and the car in front of you. During a thunderstorm stay in your truck because this is the safest place to be. Park in an area that is away from tall trees and power lines.
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