#ToolboxTuesday - Fall Driving Hazards

In fall, dawn and dusk are often the most beautiful parts of the day. The colours are stunning, the leaves float off the trees without a care, and the mornings often present a mysterious fog. It's picture-perfect. Until you have to drive, then all that beauty becomes hazardous.

Top fall driving hazards include

• Deer

• Sun glare

• Fallen leaves

• Rain and sleet

• Foggy conditions

Watch out for deer - In fall, deer typically travel at sunrise and sunset; unfortunately, those times often correlate with the average working schedule. Wake up a little earlier and enjoy your morning coffee and shake off that sleepiness. You should be more alert to your driving conditions, especially if you're travelling in the country.

Sun glare – At dawn and dusk, the sun's beams are extra blinding. If possible, keep a pair of sunglasses if your vehicle. Polarized sunglasses are my personal preference.

Fallen leaves – Beware of leaves on the road; they can cover potholes and other road obstructions that may cause damage if run over. As well as wet and frozen leaves can be slippery and can affect your breaking time.

Rain and sleet – Mother nature is bound to grace us with rain and sleet in fall and maybe even a little snow if we are lucky. *sarcasm*. Falls cooler weather allows rain and sleet to freeze overnight, creating black ice. Drive with care, caution and good tires.

Foggy conditions - Fog creates a visual impairment, making it hard to spot animals, pedestrians, and vehicles (if they do not have their lights on). Make sure to turn your low beams on when driving through fog. This provides the best possible lighting and allows other vehicles to see you.

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