The winter has arrived in the UK suddenly as a cold and wet front is sweeping across the British Isles.
And there is likely to be more snow and ice in store over the coming days followed by heavy rain at the weekend.
John Kushnick, the legal operations director at National Accident Helpline, told Metro it is crucial ‘people take extra care on the road’ due to the Arctic blast.
He said: ‘Compromised vision, the glare of flashlights and icy roads are just some of the risks we will face.
‘In fact, the increase in poor weather at this time of the year means you may find yourself driving in heavy rain, fog, snow, or ice.
‘As a result, drivers need to take additional precautions to minimise the risk of dangerous or fatal accidents. Check your fluids, lights, and wipes, reduce your speed and exercise anticipation and smoothness on icy roads.
‘Pedestrians and cyclists should also take extra care on the road, making sure that they are as visible as possible to drivers. Wearing reflective and bright clothing, using lights if you are on a bicycle, and sticking to well-lit paths and roads are a few ways you can prevent yourself from being involved in an accident.’
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