| Planning a trip for winter |
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During a winter storm the very first question you must ask yourself should be: “Is this trip really necessary?” If you decide the trip cannot be delayed, check on weather conditions along your travel route. This will give you an idea of what to expect and you will be able to prepare accordingly. Listen to weather forecasts on TV, local radio stations, or NOAA Weather Radio.  Current road condition reports are available for Illinois’ interstate and freeway systems by calling 1-800-452-IDOT. Information is updated every two hours during a storm. You can also get this information on our home page at www.dot.il.gov and at computer monitors located at Interstate rest areas. Tell someone at home, a friend or a co-worker that you are taking a trip, where you are going and when you expect to get there. When you reach your destination make a phone call to report that you have arrived. If your trip will be in unfamiliar area, plan to travel during daylight hours and carry up-to-date maps of the areas where you’ll be traveling. Consider alternate routes. Make sure you have proper personal identification, registration and insurance information for your vehicle. Before you leave town, fill your gas tank. While you are traveling, frequently re-fill the gas tank. The stops will relieve tense muscles. When you stop, don’t flaunt large amounts of cash. Keep valuable items out of sight. Avoid talking with strangers. Stop at well lighted, well traveled facilities. |
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