Safe Driving in the Rains

Flooded areas

• If you aren’t sure about the depth of the flood, do NOT drive through it. Taking an alternate route is best. If you just have to use that stretch, wait until another car / bus attempts to pass the flood, and gauge its depth. Never drive through a flood unless you know how deep it is and that your car can handle it. 
• Switch off your air-con before entering the flooded area. 
• Always keep your windows slightly open when traveling through a flooded area. If you get stuck, you can shout for help or even force the window down.
• When in a flooded area, choose the first gear, slip the clutch and keep the revs high enough to ensure that exhaust gases are pushed out of the tail pipe.
• Do NOT stop revving. The lower your car's speed, the better. If your car stalls, it is very difficult to start it again. 
• If your car does stall, do not attempt to restart. This may lead to engine hydrolock. You first need to check if any water has entered the air intake or exhaust pipe. 
• Once out of the water trap, pump / tap your brakes to dry the drums and discs off.