Safety Signs News
Motorists ignore warning signs on closed ice road
8th December 2010 | Warning Signs
Posted by Jason Nicholls.
With the big freeze well and truly gripping the UK, most drivers are taking extra care when out on the icy roads.
Not so for some motorists in north Somerset, though, who are happily ignoring warning signs telling them a road is closed due to dangerous conditions.
According to the Chard and Ilminster News, the A30 at Windwhistle was closed last night (Tuesday December 7th) due to snow and ice.
But this hasn't deterred some drivers, who are willing to put their safety at risk.
A reporter from the newspaper, Steve Sowden, was travelling close to the road and spotted the warning signs.
"A number of cars just ignored the signs and carried on," he said.
"More sensible motorists turned back."
To avoid skidding on snow or ice, the RAC advises motorist to avoid heavy braking, using the gears to slow down.
It's important to drive in the highest gear possible, the association said.
RESULTS: 4518 PRODUCTS
There are no results for this search
RESULTS: 4518 PRODUCTS
Related Articles
-
Signs and line of sight
Make sure you hang your signs where they can be seen from far enough away.21st August 2014 | Warning Signs, Fire Signs
-
Why are certain shapes used for certain signs?
20th August 2014 | Warning Signs, Health and Safety Signs
-
IOSH voices support for HSE independence
Safety organisation welcomes decision to maintain the independence of the HSE.27th June 2014 | Warning Signs
- Categories
- Schools
- Energy Saving
- Fire Safety Signs
- No Smoking / Smoking Sign
- Warning Signs
- Security & CCTV Signs
- No Entry / Restricted Access
- Road and Parking
- Door / Office Sign & Glass Safety
- Signs By Trade / Business
- Signs By Classification
- Fixings and Hanging Kits
- Custom Signs
- First Aid
- Marine & Coastal
- Toilets & Hygiene
- Floor graphics
- Health & Safety Posters
- PPE
- Funny Safety Signs
- Machine Labels
- International Safety Signs
- Seasonal signs
- Housing and Residential
- Welsh Safety Signs
- Dementia Friendly Signs
- Weighbridge Signs
