One of the biggest dangers presented by this time of year to Connecticut motorists is black ice. With temperatures that aren’t quite always at deep freeze levels black ice is a constant danger for getting into a Connecticut auto accident.
While it’s pretty easy to tell if a road is icy or snowy, black ice can be more deceiving, often blending in with the road you are on. When the black ice is thin it can blend into the road more easily and can cause you to miss it, slip, and get into an accident. That said, there are a few ways to spot black ice on the roads and get to where you are going safely.
- Proceed with caution on bridges and overpasses, it is on these surfaces that black ice forms most often
- At the bottom of hills water can form from runoff and cause black ice to form
- If sunlight is not hitting a surface it is possible that black ice will form on it, so when the sun is not hitting an area of the road proceed with caution
- Be most alert from sunset to sunrise as that is when it is most likely for black ice to form
- Roads that are less traveled are more susceptible to black ice then those that are frequently traveled; therefore highways are less likely to have black ice than side streets.
When you know what to look out for you can do your best to avoid black ice and stay safe when driving. While no amount of vigilance can ensure that you will not get into a Connecticut auto accident being aware of road conditions will certainly make driving safer for you and your passengers.
If you or a loved one were involved in an accident you may need an attorney to review your case. Contact our office to speak with someone who can help.
