Moving Back to School? 5 Tips for Relocating in Cold Weather
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Posted By: Dixie Somers on September 26, 2017 If you are moving back to school during the winter season, you must be prepared to face a few challenges like snowfalls, freezing weather and a host of other bad conditions on your way. Despite the fact that moving in winter is full of shortcomings, it is necessary especially since you have to get back to college. Fortunately, there are great tips you can follow to make your trip during the winter season easier. Here are five great tips for relocating in cold weather. Checking the Weather Forecasts CloselyKnowing the possibility of snowfalls and exact temperature expected on your day of travel will help you prepare adequately. You will plan ahead on the type of clothing to wear, arm yourself with weatherproof packaging and have all the necessary equipment needed to guard you against snowfalls and any other surprises that may spring up. Weather forecasts will help arm you with important information about the expected weather conditions and help you plan well in advance. Pack CorrectlyPacking for your winter move back to college necessitates a special form of approach. You should have adequate waterproof materials like bubble wrap, plastic or plastic bags ready for the packing step. You should keep your winter clothing nearer or within easy reach as you can require them at any point during your move. You should exercise extra caution when packing your electronic devices to protect them from the cold weather by all means as they are sensitive and might get destroyed. Plan Your Travel Routes CarefullyYour preferred travel route is important during your winter relocation to college. You should try and pick the main roads as compared to back-roads as they are most likely to be cleaned out first in case snow falls. However, you should avoid going round in huge circles in order to save on gas as engines normally function poorly in cold weather when your car’s fuel tank is half full. Get a Moving TruckOne way to make things easier is to get a moving truck from a company like Del’s Truck Rentals. This will allow you to keep all of your things straight without having to stuff it all in your tiny car. A moving truck’s size and weight makes it a better fit for icy roads as well. Start Your Journey Earlier in the DayMoving back to school during the winter season requires more time to pack and unload your stuff. This is the reason why you should plan to start your journey back to college earlier during the winter period in order to make up some time to unload your stuff from the vehicle. Starting off early will give you extra hours to finish unloading before the weather conditions become extreme. Final ThoughtsMoving during the winter season is never easy due to the various challenges you stand to face on your way. It may cost less as few vehicles will be on the road, but it will be a difficult drive altogether. Following the above tips will help you reach college in one piece. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Dixie Somers
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