14/10/2026
☀️ LOW SUN, WET ROADS & DANGEROUS GLARE – PLEASE TAKE CARE! 🚗⚠️
Following this morning's collision, we want to remind drivers just how dangerous the roads can be at this time of year, particularly during the morning commute.
As we head further into autumn, the sun sits much lower in the sky. At certain times of the morning, it can be almost impossible to see what's directly in front of you.
Add a wet road surface into the mix, and it gets even worse. The sunlight reflects straight off the road, windscreens and other vehicles, creating blinding glare.
And here's something EVERY driver needs to remember...
⚠️ Just because YOU can see another vehicle, doesn't mean the driver of that vehicle can see YOU!
You might be approaching a junction with a perfectly clear view, but the person coming towards you could be practically blinded by the sun.
🚗 A few simple reminders:
✅ Leave earlier. Give yourself extra time so you're not rushing to work or doing the school run.
✅ Slow down. If your visibility is reduced, your speed needs to reflect that.
✅ Take extra care at junctions. Never assume another driver has seen you, even if you have right of way.
✅ Keep your windscreen clean. Dirt, condensation and smears can make sun glare significantly worse.
✅ Increase your following distance. Wet roads mean longer stopping distances, and glare can delay your reaction.
✅ Use your sun visor and sunglasses where appropriate. Every little bit helps.
☀️ That low autumn sun really can feel like someone's shining a giant torch directly into your eyeballs! 😩
It's frustrating, and we've all experienced it, but it's also incredibly dangerous.
If you genuinely cannot see what's ahead, don't just carry on and hope for the best. Slow down and find somewhere safe to stop if necessary.
Please take your time, be patient with other drivers, and remember that somebody else's view of the road might be completely different from yours.
❤️ A few extra minutes getting to your destination is always better than not getting there at all.
Stay safe out there, Wirral! 🚗☀️
