When driving in the rain you need to be more alert and most important you must slow your speed.
Once it begins to rain hard, turn your headlights on low beam, not only to make it easier for you to see the road ahead but also so that other drivers can see you more easily, especially those who are behind.
You should not drive off road nor through moving water as you will have no idea how deep the water is and you could become stuck or even swept away by the water. Even if you manage to get through the water, if it is too deep it could damage the vehicle’s electrical system.
Be mindful of other road users and don’t drive too quickly past pedestrians and splash them with standing water.
If the rain becomes very heavy and accompanied by thunder and lightning it is best to leave the roadway and wait until the storm passes. The visibility will be worse and the high winds make driving even more difficult plus lightning flashes can be disorientating and can cause temporary blindness which can lead to an accident.
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