The travelling enthusiasts are always very excited to witness winter snow in Northern Pakistan, along with foggy highways and whatnot. But know that it comes with multiple risks of accidents or mishaps due to slippery roads and harsh weather conditions. This makes it crucial for you to know the winter travel safety measures in Pakistan before you pack your bags and leave for your journey. Here are some of them in the blog. Let’s explore!
Check Weather Forecast
The winter season brings unpredictable weather conditions for you. One day it is all nice and chilly, and the next day it is raining or snowing. Well! To keep yourself prepared for what the weather will hold for you on your travels, it is important to check the weather forecast before heading towards your destination. This ensures you are updated with the weather, which will help you travel at the right time. Avoid when it is predicting heavy snow as it can lead to heavy land sliding and road blockages.
Is Your Vehicle Ready For Travel?
The next thing that you need to see is whether your vehicle is all set for the long route travelling in the winter season. Your car’s battery needs to be charged and in good condition to avoid any mid-travel low battery performance. Besides this, see if the tyres of your vehicle are in good condition and properly inflated. You can also check the tyre life to prevent it from creating trouble during travel. Besides this, you can also get overall vehicle maintenance through a professional to inspect engine oil, wipers, fog lamps, etc.
Get Snow Chain Tyres
Now talking of tyres and snow, one thing that comes to mind is whether it is easier to handle the vehicle in this situation. I might not be able to manoeuvre the car in extreme snowy conditions. If you get stuck, you need to have snow chain tyres to prevent challenges during your travel.
How To Deal with Skidding Tyres?
The skidding tyres are a common issue when driving in snowy conditions. Here is how you can deal with the skidding tyres:
- Do not panic if you are experiencing skidding and take action wisely.
- Do not accelerate the vehicle to let it slow down naturally and gain traction.
- Keep steering in the right direction.
Get Accommodations in Advance
This is another important tip for travelling in winter. Ensure you book your hotel or guesthouses in advance to avoid any difficulties. Don’t wait until you reach your destination to arrange accommodations, as many people travel to the North, and there is a chance of accommodation unavailability.
Pack Smart
Travelling in any season will require smart packing, but you need to be more careful in winter. Pack warm clothes, your thermals, jackets, coats, which does not mean you increase the luggage weight. Besides the clothes, you also need winter clothes essentials such as moisturisers, lip balms, and more suitable products. Do not forget to carry your chargers or power banks to avoid your phone battery running out, which ensures you stay in contact with people as well. In short, smart packing is what you need for travelling in winter in Pakistan.
Conclusion
If you are one of those people who are all excited to witness the snow and travel all the way to the North, there are multiple factors you need to consider. One of the important ones is to ensure your vehicle is all set to fight the harsh weather conditions. Besides this, take all the mentioned precautionary measures for your own safety and avoid travelling if the weather forecast shows you signs.
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