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Driving safely in Fog

Before driving into fog check your mirrors then slow down.

If the road ahead is clear but ‘Fog’ is shown on a sign you should be prepared for a bank of fog or drifting patchy fog suddenly appearing onto the road. Even if the fog seems to be clearing, you can suddenly find yourself in the middle of dense patch of fog.

When driving in fog you should

• use your vehicle lights as required.
• keep a safe distance behind the vehicle in front of you. Remember, rear lights can give a false sense of security.
• be able to pull up well within the distance you can see clearly. This is particularly important on motorways and dual carriageways, as vehicles are travelling at faster speeds.
• keep your windscreen clear by using your windscreen wipers and demisters
• beware of other drivers not using headlights.
• not accelerate to get away from a vehicle which is too close behind you.
• check your mirrors before you slow down. Then use your brakes so that your brake lights warn drivers behind you that you are slowing down.
• stop in the correct position at a junction with limited visibility and listen for traffic. When you are sure it is safe to emerge, do so positively and do not hesitate in a position that puts you directly in the path of any approaching vehicles.

Only use your front or rear fog lights when visibility is seriously reduced as they dazzle other road users and can obscure your brake lights. When visibility improves you must switch them off.

Drive carefully and stay safe this winter.

 

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