Life Hack: Cold weather tips for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians

Temperatures are dropping and the roads can be difficult to navigate in winter. Here are some helpful tips for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians using our roads during the cold weather

How to stay safe on the road this winter, whether your on foot or on wheels

Drivers 

Don’t even think about pouring boiling water straight from your kettle onto your icy windscreen. Instead, fill a plastic ziplock bag with hot water and rub this against the glass on your car. It’s not as risky as pouring boiling water, which could shatter the glass, and the ice should easily melt away, leaving you with a clear view of the road ahead. A plastic spatula from your kitchen also works well as a scrapper to tackle that icy window in a pinch.