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Driving Empty though the storm, remnants of hurricane?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Kolorado, Aug 30, 2021.

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  1. Aug 30, 2021 #1
    Kolorado

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    Would it be safe to drive empty though the storm on i22 birmingham to memphis overnight thoughts?
     
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  3. Aug 30, 2021 #2
    Lucky12

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    It's just a rainstorm at this point. If your comfortable driving in rain, yes.
     
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  4. Aug 30, 2021 #3
    Kolorado

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    rains fine just not sure about the wind gust i dont "have" to leave but i prefer overnight driving
     
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  5. Aug 30, 2021 #4
    Lucky12

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    I thought the winds had died down. I could be mistaken. Probably an app or website on you can use to see gusts. Gusts over 50mph probably a bad idea to go. Under 40mph probably ok. Just my thoughts.

    NOAA has a wind speed page I think.
     
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  7. Aug 30, 2021 #5
    blairandgretchen

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    I’m parked at Potts Camp, it’s not bad. I’m pulling this sailboat through here, I’m not terribly concerned.

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  8. Aug 30, 2021 #6
    tarmadilo

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    One thing to be aware of with an empty trailer in the rain: keep your speed down if there is a lot of water on the road, it’s liable to hydroplane on you.
     
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  9. Aug 30, 2021 #7
    Brettj3876

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    Even loaded if it's bad enough
     
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  10. Aug 30, 2021 #8
    okiedokie

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    Pulling a box or flatbed?
     
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  11. Aug 30, 2021 #9
    Kolorado

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    empty reefer ill probably just leave around 5am
     
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  12. Aug 30, 2021 #10
    okiedokie

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    Light rain 74°@10 mph winds.
     
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