The above information can be found in the DePaul University Emergency Plan booklet. If you would like an Emergency Plan booklet, please call our office at ext. Navigate Snowy Roads Safely Driving poses all types of challenges, but none is more daunting than the threat of navigating through snow. Leave early, and except any trip to take twice as long as normal. Plan your route to avoid steep upgrades and lightly traveled roads where deep drifts have a chance to form.
Slick pavement means reduced traction and loss of control.
Increase your following distance. It can take from three to ten times farther to stop on winter-slick pavement than on dry roads. Apply strong pressure to your brakes if you're driving a vehicle with ant-lock brakes. If your car doesn't have anti-lock brakes, stop gradually by pumping your brakes. Stay off the road when traveler's warnings are issued.