ShowMe Motoring: Road Safety During Load Shedding
Road Safety During Load Shedding
Many of us have experienced load shedding that effects not just our lives at home and in the office but also when we are on the road. A time when you and other road users should be most cautious.
Sadly power cuts will last over a few years if what government says is true and how they manage it. It is incredibly important to pay attention on the road, especially during power outages.
Here are some tips on how to protect yourself on the road during load shedding.
- If a traffic light it out remember that it becomes a fur way stop and should be used as such. Pass quickly and watch out for other drivers. Do not become a victim of road rage, people also do make mistakes when it comes to stopping and going.
- Load shedding also causes street lights to go out. Drive slowly as to prevent yourself from driving into potholes, keep an eye out for pedestrians and other debris lying on the road. If there are no other cars switch on your brights to aid you.
- During power cuts criminals could use this time to target vehicles and people. Raise your level of awareness and keep an eye on your surroundings.
- Keep your cell phone charged always.
- Always have fuel in your tank.
- Keep a torch in your glove compartment.
Source: Arrive Alive
We are all annoyed with the load shedding, it is true, but we all do want to arrive safely at our destination. Arrive Alive says: ” Load shedding is bad enough – Let us not shed our manners as well!” and we agree.
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