Attention driver! It's slippery on the roads!

 Police urge drivers to be careful. The road surface may turn into an "ice rink". It can cause falling snow or freezing rain. Even though the road services will be on standby, we should be especially careful.

 

These conditions can be extremely troublesome in the evening and the morning. The speed limit signs on the road refer to good weather conditions. In the case of their deterioration, the speed should also be reduced.

 

A dangerous collision with the protective barrier occurred yesterday around 4 p.m. on the S7 road near Kazimierzów near Lublin. And exactly before the first exit to Elbląg West. The lane towards Warsaw was blocked. The 33-year-old, driving in a Ford, did not control the car and crashed into the protective barrier. The driver was fined. The incident caused traffic difficulties. The policemen call for adjusting the driving speed to the prevailing and changing conditions.

 

We also urge pedestrians to put on reflective elements. A reflective vest, a key ring, a wristband, or even an ordinary flashlight will make them more visible to the oncoming driver when driving on a dimly lit road.

The Poviat Police Headquarters prepared free reflectors for the residents

 

To improve the safety of residents, the County Police Headquarters in Szamotuły prepared several hundred reflectors and reflective vests for them.

 

"Every year, conducting preventive activities, police officers, thanks to cooperation with local governments, provided residents with reflective elements, e.g. during festivals or meetings with seniors or with school students. The prevailing epidemic limits our possibilities in this regard. To avoid spreading the virus, no meetings with senior groups are organized and students go through distance learning. However, to have a positive impact on improving the safety of the inhabitants of our poviat, thanks to cooperation with local governments, we managed to prepare reflectors and reflective vests, which we can pass on to the residents," informs the young asp. Sandra Chuda.

 

The materials are available in the waiting room of the County Police Headquarters in Szamotuły. So you can pick them up when visiting the headquarters. Reflectors will be available while stocks last.

 

The police in Szamotuły reminds that under Art. 11 of the Road Traffic Act, pedestrians walking outside the built-up area after dusk is obliged to use reflective elements in a manner visible to other road users. For your safety, it is also worth wearing reflectors when moving around the city or the countryside. We encourage you to use reflectors always, and not only in a situation where there is a fine for their absence. Thanks to this, we give the driver a better chance to notice us in time and thus improve our road safety.

Young entrepreneurs from Hamburg produce reflective rucksacks and bags

 

Jacob Leffers and Emil Woermann from Hamburg belong to a new, young generation of entrepreneurs in Germany. They are 20 and 19 years old and are on the road to success with a great idea. They have developed backpacks that glow in the dark - because they found safety vests somehow uncool.

 

They seem to have hit a nerve because the backpacks are almost torn out of their hands. They have now rented a factory floor in Eimsbüttel. They collected the money for their start-up "OAK25" via the crowdfunding platform Kickstarter. Production takes place in China.

Road safety: what equipment to have when you are on an electric scooter?

 

Since this summer, the government has made it compulsory to wear certain equipment when traveling on electric scooters.

 

They have been swarming on the sidewalks and cycle paths for several months. The electric scooters, they are used occasionally or daily, now part of the urban landscape.

 

Since October 25, 2019, the government has published a series of road safety measures to better regulate their use.

 

While summer is in full swing and electric scooters can be a good alternative to get around without wasting too much time, the Ministry of the Interior recalls the rules of use.

 

Helmet and reflective vest

Before even starting the electric scooter, it is better to make sure that the clothes you are wearing are adequate. Covering clothing is recommended. It is also necessary to equip yourself with a protective helmet, similar to those worn on bicycles, day or night. Once night has fallen, or when visibility is reduced, it is essential to wear reflective clothing with reflective tape(vest, bib, etc.).

 

A scooter that meets standards

To be able to circulate in complete safety, you must make sure that the scooter is up to standards. It must therefore be fitted with an audible warning device, a braking system, front and rear position lights, and rear and side reflectors.

 

No headphones, headphones or AirPods

Riding an electric scooter requires attention. To be fully focused on the road, it is forbidden to wear an audio system. Whether it's wireless headphones, earphones, or even AirPods.

 

Be over 12 years old

To drive an electric scooter, you must be over 12 years old.

 

The speed ​​limit at 25 km / h

If you are riding an electric scooter, you should not exceed 25 km/h. This limitation applies as soon as you are on such a machine, whether you are in town or the countryside.

 

One passenger at a time

Even if it is tempting to ride two or more on an electric scooter, it is strictly prohibited. Only one person at a time is allowed to be on the scooter when it is running.

 

Sidewalks to pedestrians

For the time being, no motorized vehicle or electric scooter is allowed to circulate on the sidewalks. Their parking on the sidewalk is also prohibited. These are entirely reserved for pedestrian traffic.

More visible and safer in winter

 

We know that cycling safety is always a sensitive issue and, unfortunately, always very topical. NORTHWAVE, in addition to developing and producing footwear and clothing with very high performance and design always in line with the needs of consumers, does not neglect safety. As? By studying the graphics and materials that, in addition to being attractive, make the cyclist more visible to other vehicles, even in poor visibility conditions.

 

Safety first. The version of the Celsius XC Arctic GTX with reflective materials is the choice for bikers who, in addition to performance, want to increase their visibility and safety even on days of poor visibility. The new Celsius, with the Gore-Tex membrane, is decidedly warm and comfortable. The new Easyfit Climaflex collar combines the extreme flexibility of the Gore-Tex membrane with the high thermal insulation of neoprene, for greater mobility and protection. Power transmission is given by the Jaws carbon-reinforced sole with a stiffness index of 8.0 and is characterized by a natural rubber that offers extreme grip on any surface. The upper has a construction that wraps the foot without any pressure point, helping to transfer every watt of power, eliminating the dispersion of energy, also the TPU reinforcements ensure strategic 360° protection along the entire upper. The SLW2 closure system guarantees an easy and uniform tightening, the only one with a gradual release that allows a millimeter adjustment of the shoe quickly and intuitively. The positioning of the heel is made possible by an anatomical shape and a solid thermoformed reinforcement, in addition to the Arctic 4Layer insole made with Eva + Aluminum + Eva + Pile, which guarantees excellent thermal insulation. For safety reasons, the 360 ​​° reflective inserts offer greater visibility on the road. the only one with a gradual release that allows a millimeter adjustment of the shoe quickly and intuitively. The positioning of the heel is made possible by an anatomical shape and a solid thermoformed reinforcement, in addition to the Arctic 4Layer insole made with Eva + Aluminum + Eva + Pile, which guarantees excellent thermal insulation. For safety reasons, the 360 ​​° reflective inserts offer greater visibility on the road. the only one with a gradual release that allows a millimeter adjustment of the shoe quickly and intuitively. The positioning of the heel is made possible by an anatomical shape and a solid thermoformed reinforcement, in addition to the Arctic 4Layer insole made with Eva + Aluminum + Eva + Pile, which guarantees excellent thermal insulation. For safety reasons, the 360° reflective inserts offer greater visibility on the road.

 

A jacket that will make you visible in any light condition. The main fabric, completely fluo yellow, 3-layer with the quad-elastic H2O Flex membrane guarantees exceptional freedom of movement, protection against the wind, and ensures waterproofness (up to 10,000 mm). The cut of the jacket offers large breathable areas in brushed fabric with water repellent treatment for excellent regulation of perspiration while the Biomap construction with cuts and seams is positioned to offer maximum ergonomics. The aerodynamic fit and the dry fit envelop you like a second skin, combining the fit of a soft-shell with the protection of a hard shell.

 

Synthetic leather palm with ergonomic construction and strategic cuts ensures maximum freedom of movement and a firm grip on the handlebars. Strategically placed silicone prints on the palm improve grip. Index compatible with touch screen equipment. The minimized thickness Gel padding combines the freedom of movement and cushioning. Four-way stretch H2O Flex membrane for exceptional freedom of movement, windproof and waterproof up to 10,000 mm. Warm fleece padding provides effective thermal insulation. Long Airprene cuff maintains body heat and quickly evacuates moisture.

 

Entirely in Neoprene, it provides good resistance to water and wind. Taped to prevent water infiltration. KPU reinforcements along the entire sole combine maximum abrasion protection and flexibility for greater longevity and comfort. YKK zip with self-locking puller, reversed and reflective, increases visibility. Zip garage does not let water penetrate inside. Adjustable velcro under the sole.

Weather forecast

 

Partly cloudy weather is expected tomorrow. At night without significant precipitation.

 

Day and evening light snow in places, sleet; slight ice, fog in some areas.

 

South wind 5-10 m / s, in the daytime in gusts up to 13 m / s.

 

The minimum air temperature at night is -21 ..- 24 ̊, with clearings up to -27 ̊, the maximum air temperature during the day is -10 ..- 12 ̊, in some places up to -16 ̊.

 

Ice on the roads.

 

GU EMERCOM of Russia for the Republic of Tatarstan recommends:

 

In fog:

Fans of outdoor activities are advised to have good communication equipment and navigation devices with them.

 

Fog is a serious hazard to all road users.

 

Drivers should increase the distance between cars, avoid sudden braking. If it is necessary to stop, the speed must be reduced gradually. When braking, press the brake pedal several times, thereby giving a signal to warn drivers of vehicles that are moving behind you. It is necessary to pay attention to the technical condition of the car, especially the brake system, and the condition of the tires. All optics must be in working order. Use a high visibility vest at stops.

 

Pedestrians are advised to:

1. Be extremely careful when crossing streets and roads;

2. Cross the street only at the designated pedestrian crossing;

3. To cross the carriageway, use, if possible, only overground or underground pedestrian crossings;

4. Do not cross the track in front of a moving vehicle;

5. Move only towards the traffic flow;

6. Wear a high visibility vest or attach reflective tapes to clothing.

 

With ice:

Walk carefully, slowly, step on the entire sole, taking into account the unevenness of the surface. Elderly people are advised to use a rubber-tipped cane or a special stick with pointed spikes. If you slip, sit down to lower your fall.

 

Pedestrians are advised to cross the street only at the marked pedestrian crossing. Do not cross the road in front of a moving vehicle, because due to the slippery road surface, the braking distance of the car is significantly increased. Move only towards the traffic flow. Use reflective elements on clothing.

 

For drivers:

1. When driving a car in these conditions, refuse unnecessary rearrangements, overtaking, advancing;

2. Pay attention to the technical condition of the car, especially the brake system, the condition of the tires;

3. Avoid sudden braking, if necessary to stop, the speed must be reduced smoothly;

4. You should press the brake pedal several times, thereby giving a signal warning the drivers of cars that are moving behind you;

5. All optics must be in working order;

6. Drive at a speed that ensures safety in busy areas, near schools, at intersections and bridges, and on curves and downhills.

 

Pedestrians are advised to:

1. Be extremely careful when crossing streets and roads;

2. Cross the street only at the designated pedestrian crossing, remember that due to insufficient visibility and the slippery road surface, the driver needs more time to stop the vehicle;

3. To cross the carriageway, use, if possible, only overground or underground pedestrian crossings;

4. Do not cross the road in front of a moving vehicle;

5. Move only towards the traffic flow.

Lovers of winter fishing are reminded of the need to comply with safety rules

Winter ice beckons avid fishermen. They can't wait to drill a hole and catch a fish. However, ice is not the only threat. Trying to warm up, amateur anglers sometimes get burned when using gas equipment, and sometimes they are poisoned to death by carbon monoxide in a tent, as happened recently on Lake Uelgi in the Kunashak region.

 

Rescuers remind fishermen of the rules for safe winter fishing. Going for a catch, you need to take with you a fully charged mobile phone and a flashlight, a reflective vest, 2-3 hand flares, a compass. It is better to go fishing not alone, but with a friend who has been to this reservoir more than once and knows the area well. But it is better not to take children with you on a fishing trip. It's also best to stay close to the main group of fishermen on the ice. Before using gas heating equipment, it is important to ensure that it is working properly, and you also need to regularly ventilate the tent.

 

If the weather or health has worsened, it is important to immediately leave the pond or call for help by phone 112. If you happen to get lost, it is more correct to stay on the ice, not to climb into the reeds.