Crews from Carlton Fire Station have released a picture of a vehicle recovered from Epperstone Bypass near Lambley Lane that had skidded in wet weather.
The accident prompted the warning about driving in rainy conditions.
The driver of the vehicle was treated in hospital after the accident.
A spokesman from Carlton Fire Station said: “It’s wet and there’s a lot of standing water across many of our roads.
“This accident was the result of a vehicle aquaplaning from the opposite carriageway, becoming acquainted with several trees on the way.
“The driver of the car simply didn’t see the standing water and lost control. They were taken to hospital with lots of aches and pains, and a fair amount of shock. Needless to say, it could have been much, much worse.”
He added: “Please take caution when out and about during wet and cold weather. Please drive appropriately according to road conditions.”
What is aquaplaning?
Aquaplaning is when a layer of water is allowed to build up between a vehicle’s tyres and the surface of the road beneath.
At this point, the tyres cannot grip on the road and this causes a lack of traction which means the driver loses control and is unable to steer, brake or accelerate.
