How to stay safe in a snowstorm or blizzard [Climate Crisis Now]
Heavy snow is pouring down in Korea. During the Lunar New Year holiday, a lot of snow fell nationwide. It is still snowing as of the 28th. Heavy snow warnings have been issued in most areas
, and strong winds are blowing in many places. Looking at the snowfall so far, 20 to 35cm of snow has fallen nationwide. More snow is forecast to fall in the future. The wind is expected to blow strongly depending on the region, and very strong winds are expected at sea.
One of the most dangerous situations on the roads in winter is 'snow squalls and snow storms'. Snow falls heavily and the wind blows, blurring visibility and freezing in an instant. Dangerous traffic accidents occur as snow and black ice continue.
Snow squalls and snow storms are classified by duration and intensity. Snow storms are characterized by concentrated snowfall and wind, but last for a short time, around 30 to 60 minutes. On the other hand, a snowstorm refers to a phenomenon that lasts from a few hours to a day.
According to statistics from the U.S. Department of Transportation, more than 1,300 people die every year from snowstorms and snowstorms, and more than 116,800 people are injured in vehicle collisions on snowy, slushy, or frozen roads.
How should we respond when this situation unfolds?
The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) first ordered that "travel should be postponed" when a snowstorm or snowstorm is forecasted.
It emphasized that the safest way to respond when a snowstorm is forecasted is to avoid or delay driving. It urged that people check related weather information through the
Korea Meteorological Administration and other sources before departing, and that they should definitely check for special reports and warnings. From the night of the 26th to the present, safety guidance text messages related to heavy snowfall sent by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport, the Ministry of the Interior and Safety, and local governments have been ringing continuously. [Photo=Reporter Jeong Jong-oh]
Second, it ordered "activate emergency alert channels on mobile phones, etc."
If you cannot postpone your trip, you should be prepared to respond when a blizzard warning is issued for your area. He explained that you should activate the emergency alert on your cell phone to get the latest information.
When the National Weather Service issues a blizzard warning that could have serious effects, your cell phone will vibrate and sound an alarm. He urged that if you receive a warning, you should safely exit the road and wait 30 to 60 minutes until the warning expires.
Third, he pointed out that 'defensive driving' is very important.
When a blizzard or snow storm comes, visibility quickly decreases. You should turn on your headlights and hazard lights and keep a sufficient distance from the car in front of you. You should not brake hard or turn the steering wheel aggressively.
Finally, he said, 'Remain calm.'
He explained that you should stop when traffic starts to slow down, and if there is an accident, you should slow down slowly and carefully pass the accident site if possible.
He emphasized that if you cannot continue driving or your vehicle has stopped, you should never get out of the vehicle and stand nearby. If you cannot get off the road, you should stay in the vehicle and always wear your seat belt.
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