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How do you recover from hydroplaning?
So you hit a puddle while driving and now you're hydroplaning. Don't panic -- here's what you need to do:
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FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- With wet weather comes dangerous driving conditions. If you hit a puddle or standing water while driving and start hydroplaning, don't panic.

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Watch the video above for a look at what you should do in case hydroplaning happens.

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