Monday, November 18, 2013

DUBAI STORM SAFETY TIPS

The recent rains in Dubai and whole of u.a.e was fun but in many of k.s.a cities,
 it looked like a disaster, though even in u.a.e. many place were flooded (sharjah.ajman)
Next week again Dubai has got warnings of rain only rain but being a sand its more likely to be sand storm before any other calamity or just a storm so here are some help tips for save driving.
Stay Calm
If you find yourself caught up in a dust storm, don't panic, which can lead to erratic driving and poor decision-making. To get a hold of the situation, turn on the radio and find a station issuing weather reports about the storm, making it easier to gauge its severity; listen to official advice from local authorities.
Before the Storm
If you have a chance to get to a safe place before a dust storm strikes, do so. Sometimes, it may be possible to see a dust storm on the horizon, making its way toward you. If so, pull off the highway as possible. If it's not possible to immediately pull over, the National Weather Service recommends driving at a "speed suitable for visibility," until you reach a place to pull over.
Pulling Off the Road
In the event of a dust storm, it's important to pull off to the side of the road and to not fight on, driving blindly through the dust. If the storm is in full swing, slow down gradually and pull off the road. Once safely on the side of the road, turn off all of the car's lights to prevent another car from trying to follow you, causing a collision.
Getting Back on the Road

Before returning to the road, wait until you have at least 300 feet of visibility. Heavy rainfall is common after dust storms, according to Tucson News Now, so drive at a moderate speed and prepare for a downpour.

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