How can snow affect travel

Don't be tempted to overtake. Slow down - it can take 10 times longer to stop in snowy or icy conditions, so allow extra room. Use the highest gear possible to avoid wheel spin.

Manoeuvre gently and avoid harsh braking and acceleration. If you start to skid, gently ease off the accelerator and avoid braking. If braking is necessary, pump the brakes don't slam them on.

If you get stuck, stay with your car and tie something brightly coloured to your aerial If you go outside wear several layers of clothing and keep dry to prevent loss of body heat. Keep moving your arms and legs to help the blood circulate Be aware of black ice. Learn about winter storm risk in your area. Contact your local emergency management office, National Weather Service office, or American Red Cross chapter for more information. The leading cause of death during winter storms is from automobile or other transportation accidents.

Exhaustion and heart attacks caused by overexertion are the two most likely causes of winter storm-related deaths. Elderly people account for the largest percentage of hypothermia victims. Many older Americans literally "freeze to death" in their own homes after being exposed to dangerously cold indoor temperatures, or are asphyxiated because of improper use of fuels such as charcoal briquettes, which produce carbon monoxide.

Blowing and drifting snow will create hazardous road conditions and near white-out conditions possible across the Fox Valley and lakeshore through tonight. More arctic air arrives Tuesday and continues for the rest of the work week.

The most intense cold is expected Tuesday night into Thursday where wind chill readings of 35 below to 55 below zero are anticipated Wednesday and Thursday mornings. Impacts: Difficult travel due to heavy snow and poor visibility. Roads, bridges, and sidewalks will be snow covered and slippery, especially for the evening commute.

Blowing and drifting snow will further lower visibility and complicate the clearing of roads and lower the effectiveness of road treatments. Actions: Remember to slow down, keep extra distance between vehicles, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Make sure you carry a winter survival kit in case you get stranded. See tabs below for more information. Click on any image for a larger view. For the latest Wisconsin road conditions, visit:.

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