What are the factors you should consider when selecting the speed of your vehicle?

Your most important consideration is to select a speed that is not too fast for the:

Total weight of the vehicle and cargo.
Length of the grade.
Steepness of the grade.
Road conditions.
Weather.

When a traffic light malfunctions you should treat the malfunctioning light as a?

What to Do In the Event of Total Traffic Signal Blackout. When the signal is completely off or not working at all, this is called a traffic signal blackout. In the event of a traffic signal blackout, you treat the intersection as a four-way stop.

When traveling you should adjust your driving speed to take into consideration?

When traveling, you should adjust your driving speed to take into consideration the surroundings you are driving through. Aim high means to look far ahead when you drive. When you “aim high”, you adjust your headlights higher.

What is the most dangerous traffic crash to avoid?

head-on collision

What is the biggest concern when driving in high wind situations?

Speeding while it’s windy is a surefire way to lose control of your car. Turn on your headlights and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you. High winds may kick up dust and dirt suddenly and without warning, instantly hampering visibility on the road. Keep an eye out for larger vehicles.

What is too much wind for driving?

A High Wind Watch is issued when sustained winds of 40 mph or higher or gusts of wind 58 mph or higher are possible. These conditions will make driving difficult, so unnecessary driving should be postponed, especially for drivers with large vehicles.

How can you protect yourself from strong winds?

Secure outdoor objects like furniture, gutters, and downspouts. SEAL CRACKS AND GAPS Prevent wind or water from coming in. Make sure caulking around windows and doors is in good shape and not cracked, broken, or missing. Fill any holes or gaps around pipes or wires that enter your building with a waterproof sealant.

What is causing the strong winds?

Heavy winds are typically formed by atmospheric pressure variations, which cause gusts of air to rush in to fill low-pressure zones. Additionally, wind can result from heavy activity in the jet-stream high in the sky. Finally, large fronts of cold air can also provoke turbulence in the atmosphere.

What to do when there are strong winds?

Find shelter during severe weather

Take shelter in a safe location. Move to the middle of your home or basement, away from windows and glass doors.
Evacuate manufactured homes. Do not stay in a manufactured home during severe winds.
Consider building a safe room.
Bring a disaster kit.

How do you prepare for gale force winds?

Storm preparation: How to deal with gale force winds

Preparation begins at home.
Do look for indoor shelter.
Allow extra time for a journey.
Plan for a power cut.
Don’t walk near busy roads.
Take extra care if you’re by the coast.
Don’t try and fix damage straightaway.
Avoid trees.

Is gale wind dangerous?

A gale is a strong wind, typically used as a descriptor in nautical contexts. This means wind speeds of 63 – 87 km/h (39 – 54 mph). Naturally, winds of this wind speeds can be very dangerous and destructive.

Is a gale warning?

The U.S. National Weather Service defines a gale as 34–47 knots (63–87 km/h, 17.5–24.2 m/s or 39–54 miles/hour) of sustained surface winds. In the United States, a gale warning is specifically a maritime warning; the land-based equivalent in National Weather Service warning products is a wind advisory.

At what point will a gale warning be issued?

A Gale Warning is issued when sustained surface winds (averaged over a ten minute period, momentary gusts may be higher) of 34 knots (39 mph) to 47 knots (54 mph) are either occurring, imminent or likely (for the marine forecasts, within 24-hours).

What does Gale stand for?

GALE Meaning

20	GALE	Gaseous And Liquid Effluent + 2 variants Nuclear
1	GALE	Gay and Lesbian Equality Organizations
1	Gale	Gay and Lesbian Employees
1	GALE	Gay and Lesbian Educators Teaching, Education, School
1	GALE	Gay and Lesbian Equity

What constitutes a gale warning?

GALE WARNING: A warning of sustained surface winds, or frequent gusts, in the range of 34 knots (39 mph) to 47 knots (54 mph) inclusive, either predicted or occurring, and not directly associated with a tropical cyclone.

What is a gale force warning?

A GALE WARNING MEANS WINDS OF 34 TO 47 KNOTS ARE IMMINENT OR OCCURRING. OPERATING A VESSEL IN GALE CONDITIONS REQUIRES EXPERIENCE AND PROPERLY EQUIPPED VESSELS. IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT MARINERS WITHOUT THE PROPER EXPERIENCE SEEK SAFE HARBOR PRIOR TO THE ONSET OF GALE CONDITIONS.

What are considered gale force winds?

Gale, wind that is stronger than a breeze; specifically a wind of 28–55 knots (50–102 km per hour) corresponding to force numbers 7 to 10 on the Beaufort scale. As issued by weather service forecasters, gale warnings occur when forecasted winds range from 34 to 47 knots (63 to 87 km per hour).

What wind speed do they cancel flights?

There is no single maximum wind limit as it depends on the direction of wind and phase of flight. A crosswind above about 40mph and tailwind above 10mph can start to cause problems and stop commercial jets taking off and landing. It can sometimes be too windy to take-off or land.

Why is it called a gale warning?

The word gale possibly originates from the Old Norse word galinn, which means “mad”, “frantic,” or “bewitched.” Weather forecasters sometimes use the term “gale-force winds” to describe conditions that aren’t quite as extreme as hurricanes or tropical storms, but probably fierce enough to snap your kite in half.

How do you get gale force warning?

You have fought past the ranks of the Ixal to once again stand before the Natalan Aetheryte. Assemble your companions, and do battle with the Lady of the Vortex!

Where do I get gale force warning?

Gale-force Warning

Issuing NPC:	Vorsaile Heuloix: New Gridania – Acorn Orchard (x:9.7, y:11.1)
Unlocks:	Quake Me Up Before You O’Ghomoro
Requirements
Quest:	Primal Nature
Required Items