The National Weather Service issued an updated dense fog advisory at 3:54 a.m. on Saturday valid for Saturday between 4 a.m. and 8 a.m. for Walker, Blount, Etowah, Calhoun, Cherokee, Cleburne, Tuscaloosa, Jefferson Shelby, St. Clair and Talladega counties. The weather service states, “Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog.
“Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous,” comments the weather service. “If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you
If you must drive in foggy condition morning
Slow down and allocate extra time for your trip to reach your destination safely.
Visibility priority:
Ensure your vehicle is visible to others by using low-beam headlights, which also activate your taillights. If available, employ your fog lights.
Avoid high-beams:
Refrain from using high-beam headlights, as they create glare that impairs your visibility on the road.
he following safety tips in mind
Keep a safe distance:
Maintain a generous following distance to account for abrupt stops or shifting traffic patterns.
Stay in your lane
To ensure you are staying in the correct lane, use the road’s lane markings as a guide.
Zero visibility strategy:
In situations of near-zero visibility due to dense fog, activate your hazard lights and seek a secure location, such as a nearby business’s parking lot, to pull over and come to a stop.
If no designated parking area is available, pull your vehicle as far off the road as possible. Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights are not illuminated, reducing the risk of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.
By adhering to these weather service recommendations, you can navigate foggy conditions with greater safety, mitigating the risk of accidents and prioritizing your well-being.
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