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If you have gone off the road, run out of gas, had an engine failure, blown a tire, or any other roadside emergency in the middle of winter, follow these steps to stay as safe as possible. Getting Stranded Without Heat In cases where it is not safe to have your vehicle running after an …
The winter months can create very dangerous driving conditions depending on your part of the country. Ice and snow can reduce friction, preventing cars from properly slowing down, and causing accidents. The best way to stay safe in these conditions is to drive cautiously, but unfortunately, you cannot control things outside of your own vehicle, …
People often dread, if not downright fear, driving in the winter. Ice, slush, and snow can make it extremely hard to steer, stop, and see. Here in Rochester, NY, we have unpredictable (and usually absurd) weather year-round. Especially as we venture into fall and winter, the roads get extremely slick. With December right around the …
What is Frostbite? Frostbite is a condition where prolonged exposure to the cold causes skin and other bodily tissues to freeze and die. Frostbite commonly affects the nose, fingers and fingertips, toes, earlobes, chin, and cheeks as they are often less protected from and less resistant to the cold. This article will help teach you …
With temperatures already dropping in the northeast and across the country, we are preparing for winter here in Rochester. While no one likes to see the warm weather go, the change of season brings new outdoor activities. But as winter sets in, it is important to stay warm and comfortable while outside. What are the …
