GRADY COUNTY, Ga. (WALB) — The Grady County Sheriff’s Office (GCSO) is advising residents to stay safe on the roads after a driver lost control and drove into a creek on Sunday, Nov. 7.

GCSO said a driver lost control on a wet roadway, left the roadway and the vehicle became fully submerged in a creek. The driver was able to quickly and safely escape the vehicle and was not injured.

GCSO is asking drivers to:

• Slow down — wet roads reduce traction.
• Increase following distance — give yourself more time to react.
• Avoid sudden braking or sharp turns — these can cause skidding.
• Turn on your headlights — improve visibility for yourself and others.
• Watch for standing water — hydroplaning can happen quickly.
• Stay alert and avoid distractions — conditions can change quickly.

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