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Checking the tread on your tires could prevent accidents

As winter storms continue to spread throughout the state, they are creating hazardous driving conditions for all those involved.

Posted at 11:29 PM, Feb 04, 2019

and last updated 2019-02-05 02:29:09-05

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — Kern County has seen several winter storms bringing rain and snow over the past few weeks.

Experts say checking the tread on your tires could prevent hydroplaning or sliding on black ice. Experts say new tires usually have 10/32ND'S of an inch of tread. If a tire has 2/32ND'S of an inch, it's time to replace that tire.

They say if a driver is caught hydroplaning or sliding on black ice, to not slam on the breaks and instead reduce speed and turn the wheel in the direction the vehicle is turning before pumping the breaks.

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Checking the tread on your tires could prevent accidents

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