Dos and Don’ts while driving in foggy weather

Do’s

•Slow down. Most fog-related traffic fatalities occur because someone was driving too fast and couldn't stop in time to avoid a collision

•Make sure that you can be seen. Turn on your fog lights, and use low beams. High beams direct light up into the fog making it difficult for you to see. Low beams direct light down onto the road and help other d...rivers to see you

•If you leave the road, be sure to pull off completely. Turn off your driving lights and turn on your flashers/ parking lights so others know you're there but won't think you are driving on the road

•Always use your defroster and windscreen wipers in foggy conditions to keep the windows clear

•Keep an eye on your speedometer and maintain a slow, constant speed

•Remember that other drivers have a limited sight distance and that fog can leave roadways slick. Signal early, and when you use your brakes, don't stomp on them

•Vehicle readiness / maintenance during winter driver; wipers working; wiper rubber renewed; fog lamps; braking system; etc

•Keep a safe distance from other vehicles, and signal early if you need to turn

Don'ts

•Don't stop on the travelled portion of the road. You could become the first link in a chain-reaction collision

•Don't speed up suddenly, even if the fog seems to be clearing.

•Don't overtake other vehicles