Driving is one part of our lives that can be seen consistently participated in by many individuals every day. In order to get to work, run our children to school, stop by the grocery store for our many needs, or simply on vacation we rely on not only our vehicles, but also the road to get us from one place to the next in our busy, and hectic lives. However, our lives and the road are two aspects that are constantly changing from good to bad in the blink of an eye. One aspect of the road that can certainly cause issues for individuals not only in Mississippi, but other parts of the country is that of weather.

“Oh The Weather Outside Is Frightful”, or Is It?

Usually in Mississippi, we can expect high, and humid temperatures year round especially during the Summer time. Yet, one time of the year that certainly causes multiple issues for us as Mississippians constantly is that of fall and winter. Typically, if an individual were to think about these two seasons and the weather that is associated with them we would normally think they would range between cool temperatures to freezing cold. However, in Mississippi, we have become accustomed to cold temperatures in the morning, and it being nearly similar to that of summer weather by noon.

Yet, do not think that you can count on the weather to always behave in this manner. When winter weather finally does hit Mississippi you can expect freezing temperatures, and chilling breezes for weeks. Besides stocking up on your winter apparel now drivers should also consider preparing their vehicles for the winter as well. We can see in many past cases that roads can freeze very easily under temperatures that make the situation just right, especially when freezing rain and snow are involved. Vehicles can easily hydroplane easier than compared to that of just rain, and can even lose traction that is detrimental to a vehicle.

Remember, act now rather than later and make sure your vehicle is up to date with aspects such as an emergency kit, sufficient tires and rotation system, and it would not hurt to also have an emergency blanket in case you get caught in the weather.

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