{"id":27358,"date":"2018-02-07T17:39:40","date_gmt":"2018-02-07T13:39:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/?p=27358"},"modified":"2018-02-07T17:39:40","modified_gmt":"2018-02-07T13:39:40","slug":"dense-fog-hits-the-uae-everything-you-need-to-know-about-driving-safely-in-foggy-conditions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/dense-fog-hits-the-uae-everything-you-need-to-know-about-driving-safely-in-foggy-conditions\/","title":{"rendered":"Dense Fog Hits the UAE \u2013 Everything You Need to Know about Driving Safely in Foggy Conditions"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Dense fog has hit multiple areas across the UAE and motorists\u00a0<strong>have been urged by traffic authorities to follow safe driving practices<\/strong>\u00a0to avoid dangerous road situations<em>.\u00a0Slippery road conditions and extremely low visibility in dense fog can make driving considerably difficult even for seasoned drivers<\/em>. It becomes more challenging for young drivers, especially those who lack any prior experience of driving in foggy conditions. The UAE traffic authorities have asked motorists to follow some basic road safety practices in dense fog such as\u00a0<strong>leaving sufficient distance between vehicles and driving at a moderate speed<\/strong>\u00a0to reduce the risk of a dangerous road accident.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">Authorities Advise Motorists to be Extra Cautious<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Motorists in the UAE have been challenged by <strong>extreme weather conditions across the country in the last couple of months<\/strong>. It started with heavy rainfall that hit multiple areas of the UAE in December 2017, followed by <strong>dense fog observed in multiple emirates throughout the winter season<\/strong>.\u00a0A new wave of heavy fog has now engulfed most parts of the UAE and motorists were advised by Abu Dhabi Police on Wednesday, February 7, 2018, to remain extra cautious while driving in foggy conditions.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Abu Dhabi Police took to its Twitter account <em>to warn motorists against heavy fog formation on highways and urged them to take necessary precautions in low visibility conditions<\/em>.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-lang=\"en\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\"><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/AbuDhabiPolice?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#AbuDhabiPolice<\/a> urges drivers to be cautious<br \/>\ndue to low visibility during fog formation<br \/>\nAnd for your saftey and for the safety of others on the road, please do not be distracted by taking any videos or using your phone. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/HHC4kGQN2k\">pic.twitter.com\/HHC4kGQN2k<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 \u0634\u0631\u0637\u0629 \u0623\u0628\u0648\u0638\u0628\u064a (@ADPoliceHQ) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/ADPoliceHQ\/status\/960938683418464256?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 6, 2018<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" async=\"\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Following are the possible difficulties that motorists can face in dense fog conditions:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Extremely low visibility<\/li>\n<li>Slippery road conditions<\/li>\n<li>Driving mistakes at the hands of inexperienced drivers<\/li>\n<li>Long traffic delays<\/li>\n<li>Reduced traction on roads<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">Dangerous Road Accidents Caused by Dense Fog<\/h2>\n<p>Dense fog has started to accumulate in different parts of the UAE from the beginning of this week<strong><em>. In Abu Dhabi, a dangerous pile-up collision between multiple vehicles left 22 people seriously injured on Tuesday, February 6, 2018<\/em><\/strong>. The incident occurred due to low visibility caused by dense fog at around 8:00 AM <strong>near the Kizad Bridge in Al Samha<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>The investigation of the crash revealed that <em>motorists committed dangerous driving mistakes including tailgating, over-speeding and disregard for road and weather conditions<\/em>, which caused a dangerous accident.<br \/>\n<center><\/center><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-video\" data-lang=\"en\"><p>\n\u0627\u0644\u0639\u0645\u064a\u062f \u062e\u0644\u064a\u0641\u0629 \u0627\u0644\u062e\u064a\u064a\u0644\u064a \u0645\u062f\u064a\u0631 \u0645\u062f\u064a\u0631\u064a\u0629 \u0627\u0644\u0645\u0631\u0648\u0631 \u0648\u0627\u0644\u062f\u0648\u0631\u064a\u0627\u062a \u0628\u0640 <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/%D8%B4%D8%B1%D8%B7%D8%A9_%D8%A3%D8%A8%D9%88%D8%B8%D8%A8%D9%8A?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#\u0634\u0631\u0637\u0629_\u0623\u0628\u0648\u0638\u0628\u064a<\/a> \u064a\u0624\u0643\u062f \u0633\u0631\u0639\u0629 \u0627\u0633\u062a\u062c\u0627\u0628\u0629 \u0627\u0644\u062c\u0647\u0627\u062a \u0627\u0644\u0634\u0631\u0637\u064a\u0629 \u0648\u0627\u0644\u0645\u0631\u0648\u0631\u064a\u0629 \u0644\u0644\u062a\u0639\u0627\u0645\u0644 \u0645\u0639 \u062d\u0627\u062f\u062b \u0627\u0644\u0636\u0628\u0627\u0628 \u0648\u0641\u0642\u0627 \u0644\u062a\u0639\u0644\u064a\u0645\u0627\u062a \u0645\u0639\u0627\u0644\u064a \u0627\u0644\u0644\u0648\u0627\u0621 \u0645\u062d\u0645\u062f \u062e\u0644\u0641\u0627\u0646 \u0627\u0644\u0631\u0645\u064a\u062b\u064a \u0627\u0644\u0642\u0627\u0626\u062f \u0627\u0644\u0639\u0627\u0645 \u0644\u0634\u0631\u0637\u0629 \u0623\u0628\u0648\u0638\u0628\u064a \u0648\u0627\u0644\u0639\u0645\u064a\u062f \u0639\u0644\u0649 \u062e\u0644\u0641\u0627\u0646 \u0627\u0644\u0638\u0627\u0647\u0631\u064a \u0645\u062f\u064a\u0631 \u0642\u0637\u0627\u0639 \u0627\u0644\u0639\u0645\u0644\u064a\u0627\u062a \u0627\u0644\u0645\u0631\u0643\u0632\u064a\u0629 . <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/XRw4NQplu5\">pic.twitter.com\/XRw4NQplu5<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 \u0634\u0631\u0637\u0629 \u0623\u0628\u0648\u0638\u0628\u064a (@ADPoliceHQ) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/ADPoliceHQ\/status\/960959956207001600?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 6, 2018<\/a>\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" async=\"\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The <strong>Abu Dhabi Department of Transport (DoT)<\/strong> tweeted <strong>safe driving practices<\/strong> that should be followed while driving in dense fog on the same day of the accident in order to urge motorists to be more careful.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In other dangerous accidents recorded across the UAE, three people suffered from minor to moderate injuries as <strong>traffic monitoring remained on high-alert in the areas affected by dense fog<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-lang=\"en\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Dear driver,<br \/>\nAllow enough distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you during bad weather, For your safety and avoid sudden accidents. <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/AbuDhabi?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#AbuDhabi<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/MNtheujPIr\">pic.twitter.com\/MNtheujPIr<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Abu Dhabi DoT (@AbuDhabiDoT) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/AbuDhabiDoT\/status\/946217126880251904?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">December 28, 2017<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" async=\"\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Also read:\u00a0<strong><u><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/safe-practices-driving-uaes-bad-weather\/\">Safe Practices for Driving in the UAE\u2019s Bad Weather<\/a><\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">How to Drive Safely in Dense Fog?<\/h2>\n<p>Light fog doesn\u2019t pose much of a challenge for motorists, however,\u00a0dense fog can make it extremely difficult to drive safely\u00a0because of low visibility conditions and wet roads. Motorists need to be extra careful while driving in such extreme weather conditions to avoid dangerous road situations.\u00a0Motorists who don\u2019t have any prior experience of driving in foggy conditions should avoid any unnecessary travelling or delay their trip until the dense fog ends.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some of the\u00a0most important\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/safe-driving-tips-young-drivers-uae\/\">safe driving tips<\/a>\u00a0you need to follow in foggy conditions:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Maintain\u00a0safe distance\u00a0from other vehicles on the road and allow yourself a\u00a0longer stopping distance\u00a0to apply brakes\u00a0properly as roads become slippery and offer less traction in foggy conditions.<\/li>\n<li>Be considerate of other commuters, especially the pedestrians, bikers and cyclists on the road. As frustrating it is for you, it is also frustrating for other commuters.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid all distractions\u00a0including the use of mobile phone, eating something or talking to other passengers while driving. Be reminded that even a minor lapse in concentration can have dangerous consequences when visibility is low because of dense fog.<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t drift from your lane suddenly\u00a0as it can cause a dangerous road accident. If necessary,\u00a0only change lanes by properly indicating other drivers and after ensuring that the other lane has sufficient space for you to change the lane.<\/li>\n<li>If the visibility decreases to a dangerous extent,\u00a0pull over, park your vehicle and wait for the conditions to become favorable\u00a0for driving. Be sure to switch off your lights as it might cause other drivers to think that you are on the road and they may follow into your direction, thus creating a dangerous situation.<\/li>\n<li>Stay tuned for weather updates\u00a0and plan your trip accordingly to avoid driving in extremely dense fog.<\/li>\n<li>Keep all the important parts of your vehicle well-maintained, especially the lights and windshield wipers. A complete car maintenance at the start of any season can keep your vehicle in the best condition to withstand any adverse weather conditions throughout the season.<\/li>\n<li>Make use of your vehicle\u2019s defoggers\u00a0to defog your front and rear screens.<\/li>\n<li>Use the heating of your vehicle\u2019s air conditioning system\u00a0to defog the side windows and the front screen by directing hot air towards them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-video\" data-lang=\"en\"><p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/%D8%B1%D8%B3%D8%A7%D8%A6%D9%84_%D8%AA%D9%88%D8%B9%D9%88%D9%8A%D8%A9?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#\u0631\u0633\u0627\u0626\u0644_\u062a\u0648\u0639\u0648\u064a\u0629<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/awareness_messages?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#awareness_messages<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/bAzL8WjPdM\">pic.twitter.com\/bAzL8WjPdM<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 \u0634\u0631\u0637\u0629 \u0623\u0628\u0648\u0638\u0628\u064a (@ADPoliceHQ) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/ADPoliceHQ\/status\/961075784680181760?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 7, 2018<\/a>\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" async=\"\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Also read:\u00a0<strong><u><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/7-tips-safe-driving-fog\/\">7 Tips for Safe Driving in the Fog<\/a><\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">Traffic Penalties for Exhibiting Unsafe Driving Behavior in Foggy Conditions<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Motorists can face traffic penalties if they are found exhibiting unsafe driving behavior in foggy conditions. According to a\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/new-traffic-rule-amendments-dubai-everything-need-know\/\">new traffic rule<\/a>\u00a0made part of the new federal traffic law,\u00a0motorists can be penalized if they don\u2019t use their car lights properly in foggy conditions.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A\u00a0fine of AED 500 and four black points\u00a0can be issued against the driving license of a motorist for \u201cdriving in foggy weather without lights.\u201d Motorists must use fog lights for a clearer view of the road ahead while driving in extremely foggy conditions.\u00a0A proactive driving approach and practicing safe driving habits\u00a0can easily help motorists to avoid a dangerous road situation induced by low visibility conditions in dense fog.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you are looking to sell your used car to buy a new one with advanced safety features and improved performance, then don\u2019t forget that with us, you can\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/uae.sellanycar.com\/site\/evaluate\">sell any used car<\/a>\u00a0in just 30 minutes while all the post-sale paperwork is handled by SellAnyCar.com\u2019s team.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dense fog has hit multiple areas across the UAE and motorists\u00a0have been urged by traffic authorities to follow safe driving practices\u00a0to avoid dangerous road situations.\u00a0Slippery road conditions and extremely low visibility in dense fog can make driving considerably difficult even for seasoned drivers. It becomes more challenging for young drivers, especially those who lack any &hellip;<\/p>\n<p class=\"read-more\"> <a class=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/dense-fog-hits-the-uae-everything-you-need-to-know-about-driving-safely-in-foggy-conditions\/\"> <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Dense Fog Hits the UAE \u2013 Everything You Need to Know about Driving Safely in Foggy Conditions<\/span> Read More &raquo;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":23,"featured_media":27059,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":""},"categories":[10],"tags":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"uagb_featured_image_src":{"full":["http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/dense-fog-hits-uae-everything-need-know-driving-safely-foggy-conditions.jpg",620,350,false],"thumbnail":["http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/dense-fog-hits-uae-everything-need-know-driving-safely-foggy-conditions-150x150.jpg",150,150,true],"medium":["http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/dense-fog-hits-uae-everything-need-know-driving-safely-foggy-conditions-300x169.jpg",300,169,true],"medium_large":["http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/dense-fog-hits-uae-everything-need-know-driving-safely-foggy-conditions.jpg",620,350,false],"large":["http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/dense-fog-hits-uae-everything-need-know-driving-safely-foggy-conditions.jpg",620,350,false],"1536x1536":["http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/dense-fog-hits-uae-everything-need-know-driving-safely-foggy-conditions.jpg",620,350,false],"2048x2048":["http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/dense-fog-hits-uae-everything-need-know-driving-safely-foggy-conditions.jpg",620,350,false]},"uagb_author_info":{"display_name":"SellAnyCar.com Team","author_link":"http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/author\/saygin\/"},"uagb_comment_info":0,"uagb_excerpt":"Dense fog has hit multiple areas across the UAE and motorists\u00a0have been urged by traffic authorities to follow safe driving practices\u00a0to avoid dangerous road situations.\u00a0Slippery road conditions and extremely low visibility in dense fog can make driving considerably difficult even for seasoned drivers. 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