North India is currently facing its worst monsoon yet with dire consequences. Himachal Pradesh has been receiving heavy rains for the past few days, resulting in devastating floods and landslides. Due to this, the local population has suffered a lot. Several videos circulating on social media captured the destruction. From collapsing buildings and bridges to washing away vehicles, the flash floods have wreaked havoc. In such a situation, protecting vehicles becomes an important task.
Here are some ways you can protect your cars during landslides:
Keep following local news channels and radio stations: Whenever there is a possibility of rain in the mountains, it becomes very important to keep track of the latest updates on local news channels and radio stations. Keep following these channels to know if there is a possibility of flooding.
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Avoid parking cars near dangerous places: One of the biggest reasons why cars get damaged is because they are parked near dangerous places. Don’t park them near curbs or rocks, as there’s an increased risk of them being damaged during a landslide.
Avoid passing through waterlogged areas: One of the biggest mistakes that drivers make is that they get overconfident and cross waterlogged areas. No matter how powerful the car, traveling in water or small streams should be avoided during rains. Several such viral videos have emerged in which cars or even large vehicles can be seen being washed away in water.
Check for unusually loud sounds: Whenever there is heavy rain in the mountains, if you hear any unusual sound of rocks falling or trees breaking, check the route before proceeding.
Always be careful while driving: When driving in hilly areas during heavy rains, always be careful on the road and check for sunken roads or bulges on the way. Avoid using that route if there is any possibility of landslide or flood.