This Monday morning began with a traffic accident because of the frosts that have been registered in the last nights in Cipolletti. In this case, the road accident It was carried out by a taxi driver and a woman who was riding a bicycle.
During this morning, a taxi driver starred in a sinister road in Arenales and United Nations.
According to witnesses, intersection I was frozen because of the frost that happened last night, so when I got to the corner, I couldn’t brake as it should and the vehicle skidded.
At that moment, a lady who was riding a bicycle was struck by the vehicle. They commented that he suffered minor injuries although it is unknown if he received medical assistance.
From the city government they alerted sabout the low temperatures that are expected for the next few days and provided recommendations to avoid problems.
Frosts are expected in the region: recommendations for Cipolletti
As predicted by the Inter-Institutional Basin Authority (AIC), an entry of polar air with a southerly wind is expected. «Probable strong frosts and instability on Tuesday“, they detailed.
In this context, from the Directorate of Civil Protection provided a series of recommendations:
When crossing the streets, cross the corners and keep your hands out of your pockets to help your balance.
When losing balance, stay alert to support your hands and protect your head.
Use handrails and avoid carrying heavy packages on icy stairs in monoblock or similar neighborhoods.
Be careful with dark floors, where it is more difficult to detect ice. Walking shuffling and slower than usual.
Be alert to cars, trucks and equipment that enter or pass nearby, as they can lose control and come into contact with people or facilities
If you use a bicycle or motorcycle as a means of transport, be careful when turning corners as they lose adhesion and grip.
“In addition, it is requested do not throw water on the sidewalks and/or leave taps open during the morningmoment of temperatures below zero, “they assured.