Everyone at Sunrise housing wants to wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. Because of the Winter Storm and Blizzard our offices will be closing to let our employees to stay safe with their families. We will reopen after Christmas and when the weather allows for safe travel.
If at all possible, do not travel unless absolutely necessary. If you are required to travel, please make sure you go prepared for the worst.
The Basics
Slow down. It’s harder to control or stop your vehicle on a slick or snow-covered surface. In fact, in 2020, there were an estimated 119,000 police- reported crashes that occurred in wintry conditions. On the road, increase your following distance enough so that you’ll have plenty of time to stop for vehicles ahead of you.
Don’t crowd a snow plow or travel beside the truck. Snow plows travel slowly, make wide turns, stop often, overlap lanes, and exit the road frequently. If you find yourself behind a snow plow, stay far enough behind it and use caution if you pass the plow.
Stock Your Vehicle
Carry items in your vehicle to handle common winter driving-related tasks, and supplies you might need in an emergency, including:
a snow shovel, broom, and ice scraper;
abrasive material (sand or kitty litter), in case your vehicle gets stuck in the snow;
jumper cables, flashlight, and warning devices (flares and emergency markers);
blankets for protection from the cold; and
a cell phone and charger, water, food, and any necessary medicine.
What to Do in an Emergency
If you are stopped or stalled in wintry weather, stay focused on yourself and your passengers, your car, and your surroundings.
Stay with your car and don’t overexert yourself.
Let your car be seen. Put bright markers on the antenna or windows and keep the interior dome light on.
Be mindful of carbon monoxide poisoning. Make sure your exhaust pipe is clear of any snow and run your car only sporadically — just long enough to stay warm. Don’t run your car for long periods of time with the windows up or in an enclosed space.