ΣΩΤΗΡΙΕΣ survival tips from the EL.NES for drivers and pedestrians in the snow!

Behold the advice of the police for drivers and pedestrians a view of the snow already has begun to hit and the Attica…
THE EL.NES. recommends to pedestrians:
– To walk with great caution, especially in the early morning and late-night hours, as there is a great possibility that the roads are icy.
– Make sure that you wear proper footwear when you are going to move.
– Prefer to travel on public transport.
– Avoid walking on sections of roads and pavements where there is frost.
At the same time, recommends that drivers:
– To take care of your vehicle with snow chains.
– Always use anti-skid chains where there are special traffic conditions (frost etc.).
– Always wear your seat belt.
– Be informed about the weather and the condition of the road network to travel.
– To control the good operation of the systems of the car.
– To ensure that it is equipped with enough fuel.
– To reduce speed and leave enough distance from the vehicle in front to stop safely.
– Don’t brake sharply because there is a risk that diverted its path. In the same way to work and when it comes to speed up or turn.
– To have the lights beam to be easily perceived, particularly where there is great visibility.
– To keep the lights and the wipers of the vehicle always clean.
– Driving with low speed in order to have the ability to control the vehicle.
– Be especially careful when crossing bridges, level crossings and roads that are not busy.
– If you drive on a country road, try to avoid the snow-covered dirt roads.
– To have in mind that you might need more time to immobilize the vehicle when you drive on an icy road.
If your vehicle becomes immobilized:
– Don’t try to “γκαζώσουν” to get out of there, because the wheels are at risk to penetrate even more deeply especially in a very snowy spots.
– To move to the right and left wheels a few times in order to chase away the snow from the wheels.
– To notify immediately the police authorities.
– To remain in their car and turn the engine on for 10 minutes every hour so that the exhaust is clear of snow.
The ELAS points out that in any case, both pedestrians and drivers must comply with the instructions and the instructions of the traffic police and to remain calm.