What lights should be turned on when temporarily parking a car in snowy weather?
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When temporarily parking a car in snowy weather, the hazard warning flashers should be turned on. Hazard warning flashers are signal lights that alert other vehicles and pedestrians to special circumstances involving your vehicle. Situations that require turning on hazard warning flashers include: 1. Sudden vehicle breakdown while driving on the road. 2. Encountering heavy rain while driving. 3. Transporting critically ill patients. 4. Experiencing an urgent malfunction while driving. 5. Temporary parking on the road. 6. Vehicle involvement in a traffic accident. 7. Reversing or making a U-turn on complex road sections. 8. Encountering thick fog while driving. 9. When needing to overtake multiple vehicles consecutively or change lanes continuously for special reasons during high-speed driving.
I remember once when I parked temporarily in the snow, I was almost hit by another car. Since then, I always remind myself to turn on the hazard lights immediately. Visibility is too low in snowy conditions, with snowflakes scattering light in all directions, making it hard for other drivers to see your parked car. The flashing effect of hazard lights is particularly noticeable and can urgently warn vehicles in front and behind. I also turn on the fog lights to increase rear visibility, but the hazard lights are the main safeguard. Position-wise, park on a flat area by the roadside, avoiding slopes to prevent the car from sliding. Don’t turn off the engine; keep it running to avoid freezing the engine. I pay extra attention to this during long trips—safety always comes first. In short, parking in the snow is risky, and hazard lights can be a lifesaver.
