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By SRC PIO Joy Tsubooka

M50o93H7pQ09L8X1t49cHY01Z5j4TT91fGfr Santa Rosa Flooding; Free Sandbags

Published: Sat, April 05, 2008 - 9:53 am
Last Updated: Saturday, April 05, 2008 - 10:43 am

Heavy rain this morning has flooded local roads. One person required assistance when her sedan stalled and water filled the car to seat level. The woman was removed unharmed at the intersection of West Cambridge Way and North Cambridge Way at 8:30 a.m. by units from Pace Fire-Rescue District, Lifeguard Ambulance Service, and the Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office. Residents are encouraged to stay off the roads. If you must drive, please follow the safety tips below and avoid the following reported flooded areas:

Highway 90 in front of Pace Assembly of God
87 North, one mine north of Clear Creek
Intersection West Cambridge Way and North Cambridge Way
Luther Fowler Road

Additionally, residents can receive sand bags to protect their home or business by calling (850) 983-5372.

Driving Safety Tips

The number one rule of rain weather driving is to slow down. Oil deposits on the road become slippery when combined with rain. The slower you go, the more traction you’ll have. Be extra careful at intersections where oil deposits are typically greatest.
Leave extra space between you and the driver in front of you. It takes more time to stop your car in wet weather.
Use your headlights. Headlights not only help you see better, but it also helps oncoming drivers see your vehicle.
Avoid standing water. Not only is it difficult to judge the depth of standing water, but the water could also be covering a pot hole which could damage your car.
Stay in the center lanes where the road is highest and avoid lane changes. Water pools tend to collect along the curb and between lanes. The deeper the water, the harder it is to maintain control of your vehicle.
Take special care when following or passing trucks. Trucks can generate a large spray, making it difficult to see the road and other vehicles.
Slow down by either taking your foot off the accelerator or braking lightly. Always avoid having to come to a quick stop.

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