Wichitard alert
Dear Wichita drivers,
There was a blizzard today, the snow plows were MIA, but we had stuff to get done. So many of us hit the roads.
We are notorious for being bad drivers, but FUCKING HELL, MUST YOU ALWAYS JUMP AT THE CHANCE TO REINFORCE A STEREOTYPE?
Yeah, I was out on the roads. But I know how fast to drive during a snow storm (slower than your dead grandma) and how close to follow other cars (if you see other cars, you are too close).
The rest of you (especially douchebags in trucks who don’t have the patience for those of us without four-wheel drive, and also the Riverside asshole tailing me on the way home), need a refresher course in Kansas driving laws.
First, the Kansas Basic Speed Law:
Kansas speed regulations start with the basic rule that the speed of a vehicle has to be reasonable and prudent for existing conditions. Even when the posted speed limit is 70 mph, it may be safe to go 45 mph due to heavy rain, snow, ice, or blowing dust.
Second, following distance:
Kansas law requires drivers to follow other vehicles at a reasonable and prudent distance, taking into consideration the speed of the vehicles and condition of the roadway.
Four of every 10 crashes involve rear-end collisions, usually because someone is following too closely (tailgating). Leave enough room between your vehicle and the one ahead so you can stop safely if the other vehicle stops suddenly.
Brake early and gently when preparing to stop or turn. It gives drivers behind you plenty of warning that you are slowing down. Be aware of space on either side of you, too, in case you have to change lanes quickly or pull over to avoid a hazard. If possible, leave yourself some escape room to your left and right.
And if you can’t understand or remember all of that, if you ever find yourself on a snow-packed road behind a silver Saturn with an Apple logo sticker in the back window going 20 mph, BACK THE FUCK OFF.
Lividly yours,
Katie
