Why Do License Plates Fall Off When Exposed to Water?

[GiannaRose]

When a vehicle drives through water, the water impacts the bumper and then surges upward, squeezing into gaps and creating an outward force that pushes against the license plate. Additionally, as the vehicle moves forward through the water, the license plate also faces resistance from the water ahead. When these two forces combine, they can cause the license plate to detach. Here is relevant information about license plate detachment: 1. If you notice your license plate has been washed away and you haven't gone far or are still near the waterlogged area, you can stop and return to search for it. If you can't find it, report the incident to the police. 2. If circumstances don't allow you to go back and search, immediately call the police to file a report. Provide the approximate driving route to the officers, as failure to do so may complicate handling any subsequent traffic violations. 3. To apply for a replacement at the vehicle management office, bring the vehicle's registration certificate, the owner's original ID card and a copy, a lost license plate statement, and the motor vehicle registration certificate.