# How Does Weather Affect Texas Road Conditions? | Attorney Brian White **Table of Contents***[*Expand*]* 1. Maintain Your Vehicle  2. Weather Conditions May Vary  3. Rain  4. Fog  5. Winter Weather  6. Texas Road Conditions and Car Accidents  7. Contact the Houston Car Accident Lawyers at Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers For Help ![How Does Weather Affect Texas Road Conditions? ](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/How-Does-Weather-Affect-Texas-Road-Conditions-300x169.jpg) [Texas](https://www.texas.gov/) weather can lead to unpredictable road conditions. If there is rain, sleet, snow, ice, fog, or high-speed wind, it can be difficult for drivers to safely arrive at their destinations.  When weather conditions are poor, accidents on Texas roads are more likely to occur.  ## Maintain Your Vehicle  Properly maintaining your vehicle can help you be prepared for adverse weather conditions. Your windshield wipers should be able to wipe away precipitation and work properly at all speeds.  Your headlights and tail lights need to be regularly checked. Both should work on the normal setting, and your headlights should have working high beams. This will help to increase your visibility.  Your tire pressure and tread should always be maintained. If your tires are able to grip the ground and your brakes are working effectively, you may be able to avoid collisions.  For a legal consultation call [(713) 500-5000](tel:+17135005000) ## Weather Conditions May Vary  Texas residents experience different weather conditions depending on where they live and the time of year. It is a good idea to implement safe driving practices no matter what the road conditions are.  The following are [safe driving practices](https://www.txdot.gov/safety/severe-weather/snow-and-ice.html) to remember:  - Do not tailgate  - Maintain a safe speed  - Slow down  - Avoid hard braking  - Do not drive aggressively  Taking these steps can help to prevent [car accidents](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/houston-tx/car-accident-lawyer/). ## Rain  When it rains in Texas, it is important to turn on your headlights. This will make you more visible to other drivers and make it easier for you to see the road.  Avoid driving through pools of water. If your tires lose traction, you may slide on the road and hydroplane. When this occurs, allow your car to slow down at a natural pace and hold your steering wheel steady.  [Click to contact](/contact-us/) us today ## Fog  Fog can make it extremely difficult to see in the morning or at night. Using your headlights on the regular setting will make it easier for you to see than with your high beams.  When you are driving in fog, you should avoid switching lanes or passing other cars. You can also use your hazard lights to make yourself more visible to other drivers.  Complete a [Case Evaluation Form](/contact-us/) Now ## Winter Weather  Sleet, snow, and ice can create dangerous road conditions for drivers in Texas. When winter weather is severe, you should stay at home whenever possible. If you must drive in severe weather conditions, it is important to be prepared.  Bring the following when driving in poor winter weather conditions:  - Ice scraper and snow brush  - Winter boots  - Jumper cables  - Spare tire  - Road safety kit  When streets are covered with snow and ice, drive slowly and carefully. Do not slam on your brakes, and keep an eye out for black ice.  ## Texas Road Conditions and Car Accidents  If weather negatively impacts Texas road conditions, accidents are more likely to occur. The following are steps to take after an accident caused by poor road conditions:  - Check for injuries and seek [immediate medical attention ](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/faqs/how-long-do-you-have-to-go-to-a-doctor-after-a-houston-car-accident/) - Notify law enforcement and obtain an accident report - Exchange insurance information with the other driver  - Obtain [witness](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/blog/the-importance-of-collecting-witness-statements-after-an-auto-accident/) statements and contact information  - Take photos and videos of the accident scene, road conditions, and visible injuries - Notify the insurance company of the accident  - Contact an experienced personal injury attorney for a [free consultation](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/blog/how-to-approach-a-free-consultation-with-an-attorney/) Weather affecting road conditions can make it difficult to determine who was at fault for the accident. You should never admit fault at the accident scene or to an [insurance adjuster](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/blog/insurance-adjuster-in-personal-injury-cases/).  Texas is a [modified comparative negligence](https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/CP/htm/CP.33.htm) state. This means that you can still recover [compensation](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/faqs/how-much-compensation-can-i-get-after-a-car-accident-in-texas/) if you are partially at fault for the accident. However, if you are more than 50% responsible for the accident, you will be barred from recovering damages.  An experienced car accident lawyer can help you determine who was at fault for your injuries following a car accident. ## Contact the Houston Car Accident Lawyers at Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers For Help Our offices Houston — Greenway/Upper Kirby 3120 Southwest Freeway, Suite 350 Houston, TX 77098 Open 24 hours daily Call [(713) 364-1466](tel:+17133641466) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Attorney%20Brian%20White%20Personal%20Injury%20Lawyers%2C%203120%20Southwest%20Freeway%2C%20Suite%20350%2C%20Houston%2C%20TX%2077098) Houston — East Freeway 11811 East Freeway, Suite 630-06 Houston, TX 77029 Open 24 hours daily Call [(713) 609-1893](tel:+17136091893) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Attorney%20Brian%20White%20Personal%20Injury%20Lawyers%2C%2011811%20East%20Freeway%2C%20Suite%20630-06%2C%20Houston%2C%20TX%2077029) Houston — South Loop 2600 South Loop West, Suite 293 Houston, TX 77054 Open 24 hours daily Call [(713) 281-4904](tel:+17132814904) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Attorney%20Brian%20White%20Personal%20Injury%20Lawyers%2C%202600%20South%20Loop%20West%2C%20Suite%20293%2C%20Houston%2C%20TX%2077054) Houston — Katy Freeway 11511 Katy Fwy, Suite 515 Houston, TX 77079 Open 24 hours daily Call [(713) 909-7537](tel:+17139097537) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Attorney%20Brian%20White%20Personal%20Injury%20Lawyers%2C%2011511%20Katy%20Fwy%2C%20Suite%20515%2C%20Houston%2C%20TX%2077079) Houston — Clear Lake 1300 Bay Area Blvd, Suite B268 Houston, TX 77058 By appointment only Call [(936) 508-2854](tel:+19365082854) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Attorney%20Brian%20White%20Personal%20Injury%20Lawyers%2C%201300%20Bay%20Area%20Blvd%2C%20Suite%20B268%2C%20Houston%2C%20TX%2077058) The Woodlands 1776 Woodstead Ct, Ste. 203 The Woodlands, TX 77380 By appointment only Call [(281) 843-9777](tel:+12818439777) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Attorney%20Brian%20White%20Personal%20Injury%20Lawyers%2C%201776%20Woodstead%20Ct%2C%20Ste.%20203%2C%20The%20Woodlands%2C%20TX%2077380) Champion Forest (Cypress) 4606 FM 1960 Rd W, Ste. 444 Houston, TX 77069 By appointment only Call [(281) 843-9777](tel:+12818439777) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Attorney%20Brian%20White%20Personal%20Injury%20Lawyers%2C%204606%20FM%201960%20Rd%20W%2C%20Ste.%20444%2C%20Houston%2C%20TX%2077069) --- ### About the Author Brian White ![About the Author Brian White](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/brian-white-houston-personal-injury-lawyer-300x300.jpg) [Brian White](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/about/our-attorneys/brian-white/) earned his J.D. from South Texas College of Law in Houston and is licensed to practice in Texas. 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