TXDOT Tips for Driving in Raining Weather
Nueces County Sheriff's Office
ROBSTOWN (News Release) - Yesterday on October 17, 2022, Nueces County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a crash at Hwy 44 and CR 83 where a car hydroplaned and left the roadway crashing into trees.
Photo courtesy of Nueces County Sheriff’s Office.
The driver was not injured.
According to Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) rain accounts for more than 85% of weather-related roadway crashes in Texas when cars hydroplane.
If your car hydroplanes there are a few steps that TXDOT recommends.
Step off the accelerator until vehicle slows and tires grab the road again.
Turn in the direction of the skid-although it may seem counterintuitive, gently turn the car's steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Wait to feel the tires reconnect with the road surface. Gently straighten the wheel as the car regains control.
Brake gently as needed. Do not slam on your brakes. Brake normally if the car has anti-lock brakes. Pump brakes gently if in an older vehicle without anti-lock brakes.
