Clear, dry and Autumn driving tips

Good morning Augusta.

This morning it is partly cloudy. Fog early. High of 66F. Winds from the NNW at 5 to 15 mph.

Tonight it will be clear with an expected low of 45F. Winds from the North at 5 to 10 mph.

The readings from my own weather instruments are:

The humidity is  74% with a Dew Point of 45ºF and a temp of 53.3ºF.

Our wind direction is West between 2.4 MPH and 5.0 MPH.  

Our Barometric pressure is  30.09 HPA 1016 and rising with a weather graphic indicating sun.

The UV rating is 0 out of 16, Sunrise is at 6:14 a.m. sunset is 6:55 PM and Moon Rise is at 9:02 p.m. EDT and the moon phase is waning gibbous.

For the pilots out there raw metar is:

 

Visibility is 10.0 miles/16.1 Kilometers with clear skies this morning.

We received rain in the amount of 0.13 inches here over the past 24 hours.

Its that time of year again when you need to review your Autumn Driving Safety Tips

Autumn Driving Safety Tips

Make adjustments for the light. Did you know that we lose a minute of daylight every day until the clocks are set back in November? Fewer hours of daylight make it more difficult to see pedestrians, cyclists and children playing in the late afternoon. Also, later sunrises mean that drivers need to adjust to the brighter sun at different times of the morning. Always keep a pair of sunglasses in your car to shield your vision.

Avoid driving over wet leaves. Fall foliage is beautiful but once those leaves start falling and get wet from rain, they can become a serious driving hazard. Wet leaves are slippery and reduce traction.

Don't Veer for Deer. If a crash with a deer is unavoidable, remember don't swerve. Be sure to brake firmly and hold onto the steering wheel with both hands. Come to a controlled stop and move the vehicle out of traffic to a safe location.

Prepare an emergency kit for your car. Carrying an emergency kit in your car trunk or cargo area can be a real lifesaver. Be sure to include a flashlight, flares and a first-aid kit, jumper cables, extra washer fluid, nonperishable food, a jug of water, and a few basic tools such as wrenches, a ratchet/socket set, screwdrivers, and pliers.

Watch for frost. Low nighttime temperatures cause frost on windshields and roads. Be sure to clear your windshield completely before driving. Also, slow down when approaching bridges and overpasses, as these structures are more prone to collect frost on the roadway surface. Stay alert for shaded areas that could create black ice during early morning and evening hours.

Plan ahead for changing weather conditions. Have your car winterized before the winter storm season sets in. Keeping your car in good condition decreases your chance of being stranded in cold weather. Also, be sure to have a first-aid kit, thermal blanket, a working flashlight, a shovel and sand in your car.

Watch for construction work zones. Construction work zones may still be active. Please remember to slow down and pay attention in work zones. The life you save could be your own. 

 The foregoing was taken from a variety of online driving safety web sites.