BEAUFORT COUNTY, S.C. (WSAV) – A vehicle flipped in Beaufort County Thursday.
The pickup truck overturned on Highway 21/17 north in Gardens Corner.
The driver was OK.
"The roads are just plain nasty and dangerous," the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office (BCSO) shared on social media Thursday.
"We would prefer if you stayed off of the roads but if travel is necessary here are some tips on handling driving in icy conditions," they added.
Driving advice from BCSO
- Stay alert on bridges. Bridges can freeze faster than roads so be extra cautious and proceed slowly.
- Reduce your speed and allow yourself more time to get where you are going.
- Accelerate and decelerate slowly to prevent your tires from spinning out. Road conditions can change in an instant so it’s important to always proceed with caution.
- Do not use your cruise control. You want to keep constant control of your vehicle.
- Keep an eye out for black ice. Shaded areas will pose a higher risk of ice.
- Use extra caution or consider an alternate route on roads that have low travel volume. Stick to major roads that will have better road conditions.
- If you notice your vehicle sliding, take your foot off the gas and turn your steering wheel in the same direction the back of your vehicle is sliding. DO NOT SLAM ON BRAKES.
- Try to clear the exterior of your vehicle from all snow and ice that has accumulated on it prior to traveling. The packed or frozen snow can shift, either blocking your view or becoming a hazard to other vehicles if it falls off of your vehicle while driving.