Guide for maintaining safety while navigating Central Valley's wet weather
In the city of Fresno, preparations are underway for the upcoming rainy season. The city has been taking steps to prevent flooding, particularly focusing on problem intersections and the median.
According to Officer Mike Salas from the California Highway Patrol, a 360-degree walk-around check of cars, focusing on tires, lights, and windshield wipers, is advised before driving in the rain. He also emphasizes the importance of driving slowly due to summer grime and oil on the roadways making them more slippery during the rain. Speed, he notes, is a significant factor in road safety during rainy conditions.
However, no specific information was provided about the extent of the preparations made for these problem intersections or the impact of these preparations on the safety of driving in the rain. Similarly, no details were given about the impact of the city's increased proactive tree-trimming on road safety during rainy conditions.
Fresno has a history of flooding, particularly in the areas of Bullard and West in northwest Fresno, as mentioned by city official Karbassi. To prevent flooding, the city regularly cleans up pine needles in the median to prevent storm drains from getting clogged and causing flooding. The city has also reduced the cycle for proactive tree-trimming from 15 years to less than half in certain areas.
In response to concerns about flooding, Karbassi encourages residents to report any issues on Fresno city roadways by calling 311 or using the FresGo App. He also mentioned that the city is taking measures to prevent flooding in the median from occurring again.
Despite these preparations, no information was provided about emergency response plans in case of flooding during the rain, accidents during the rain, or any alternative transportation options during the rain. Additionally, no penalties or consequences for not following the advice given by Officer Salas or Karbassi were mentioned.
As the rainy season approaches, it is crucial for residents of Fresno to stay alert and drive cautiously on city streets, as problem intersections have been prepared for the rainy season.
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