The drop in temperatures over the last few days has been accompanied by foggy conditions, which can cause accidents due to lack of visibility.
One motorist recently commented that they had seen a number of vehicles without their lights on in the mornings, despite visibility being poor.
In Belgium, around 150 accidents occur each year due to fog, accidents which are three times more serious than those related to rain or snow. Benoît Godart, spokesman for the institute VIAS (Belgian road safety), explained that drivers can lose their bearings in the fog. Some motorists have a tendency to drive closely to vehicles in front because the lights can be reassuring, but in actual fact, Godart advised the opposite is recommended, as the proximity to other cars and subsequent speed can result in serious accidents.
To reduce the risk of accidents, here are three tips:
In addition, Godart explained the unpredictability of foggy weather contributed to accidents, as sheet fog can suddenly appear after a clear stretch of road. Many drivers have a tendency to brake in such a situation, which can cause pile ups.
The months of October, November and December are particularly risky.
