In a recent social media outreach, the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office in Oklahoma delivered some soggy-season driving wisdom with a twist of humor. The sheriff's office took to their official Facebook page early yesterday morning to issue a public service announcement as recent downpours continue to drench the region. Citing the persistent rains this spring, the law enforcement agency reminded folks that speed limits are ever-important and that windshield wipers might be due for a change.
The streets have been slippery, but that apparently hasn't slowed some drivers down, prompting the sheriff's office to remind residents that rain should be a signal to "ease up before your truck learns how to hydroplane." Moreover, they didn't miss a beat to remind drivers about the importance of signaling – "Blinkers work in storms too. It’s not a trap. Signal your turns like your ancestors intended," the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office posted. Despite the comedic tone, the underlying message stresses safety amid the challenging driving conditions.
It seems that the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office isn't just concerned with speed and signaling, but also the condition of standard equipment. In a dash of automotive advice, they suggested, "Windshield wipers have a lifespan. If they’re squeaking, streaking, or smearing, replace ‘em." This piece of advice comes with a tinge of humor in the form of an insect analogy, "You shouldn’t need a periscope to drive," noting the haphazard way some drivers attempt to see through smeared windshields.
To cap off their announcement, the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office used a lighthearted appeal to common sense, all while reminding folks to check their wipers. "And if you're not sure if your wipers are bad—just ask the bug that’s been doing backflips across your windshield since April," the Facebook post read.
The full social media announcement can be read on the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office's Facebook page.
