Drive safely in fog

The accident took place at 5.45pm, between Springs and Endicott, and the bakkie driver was declared dead on the scene by paramedics.

Springs police, Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department officials and traffic officials from the Lesedi Municipality were at the scene.

Springs police spokesman Capt Johannes Ramphora says the front of the bakkie was completely destroyed due to the impact of the collision.

A case of reckless and neglegant driving was opened at the Springs Police Station.

No arrests have been made.

Driving in fog

Driving in foggy conditions requires special safe driving techniques to help you arrive alive.

Although mist and fog look like smoke, they are actually tiny drops of water floating in the air.

Fog is distinguished from mist only by its density, as expressed in the resulting decrease in visibility:

It reduces visibility to less than 1km, whereas mist reduces visibility to a larger distance.

Tips

• When driving in fog, reduce speed and turn on headlights as it will increase visibility.
• Beware of other drivers not using headlights.
• Keep the minimum travelling distance to three seconds in ideal conditions.
• Never stop in the middle of the road.
• Do not attempt to pass other vehicles, stay patient and calm.
• Look and listen for any hazards that may be ahead.
• Reduce distractions and turn off your cellphone.
• At a junction with limited visibility, stop, wind down the window, and listen for traffic.
• Watch for any electronically operated warning signs.
• If unsafe to drive any further, pull off the road in a protected area from other traffic and switch on emergency lights.