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It is almost monsoon time! Rain, wind and dust make for a difficult and dangerous driving condition for all valley drivers.
With the monsoon season upon us, the Phoenix Police Department would like to remind our community of a few safety tips before during and after traveling this monsoon season.
Prior to leaving make sure:
- Your gas is topped off.
- Windshield wipers are good .
- All major vehicle components are in working order.
- Check weather reports .
- Know the route you are traveling as well as secondary routes.
If you find yourself driving in a monsoon storm:
- Do not panic.
- Slow your car down and pull into the nearest parking lot or residential street you can find.
- Turn your lights off and wait until the storm passes.
- If you are on the freeway and cannot exit to find a parking lot, pull off the road as far as you can put on the parking brakes, turn off your lights and wait until the storm passes.
Following the storm:
- You will notice your car windshield is dirty and wet, having a towel and water bottle with you to clean your windows will provide a better view for your drive home.
- While driving home take your time, the roads will be covered with objects left over from the wind such as down trees, power lines and pooled up water areas.