TRAVEL SAFETY · 4 MIN READ

Driving Safely in Fog

Fog reduces visibility and makes it harder to judge distance and speed. Even familiar roads can become hazardous when landmarks disappear or traffic slows unexpectedly. If visibility is extremely poor, the safest choice may be to delay the journey.

Before you drive

Check conditions

Review local weather and road advisories before departing, especially early in the morning or near rivers and low-lying areas.

Clean your windows

Use working headlights and defogging controls. Follow local rules for fog lights and avoid high beams when they reflect back from fog.

Allow more time

Leave earlier if conditions are manageable, and tell someone your route when travelling through remote areas.

While on the road

Reduce speed gently

Drive at a speed that lets you stop within the visible distance. Avoid sudden braking and sharp lane changes.

Increase following distance

Leave more room between vehicles and use road markings as a guide without staring only at the vehicle ahead.

Do not stop in a live lane

If you must pull over, move completely away from traffic to a safe location and use hazard lights as local rules require.

If conditions become unsafe, pull over only at a suitable safe place or postpone the trip. Follow police and road-authority instructions.

Editorial note: This guide is general educational information. For urgent weather risks, follow official meteorological services and local authorities.

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