FOG DRIVING SAFETY TIPS

When winter arrives in the San Joaquin Valley, so does Tule fog. The following are driving safety tips for safely maneuvering through the fog.

Drive with lights on LOW beam. High beams will reflect off the fog, creating a "white wall" effect.

Reduce your speed. Watch your speedometer. Fog creates a visual illusion of slow motion when you may actually be speeding.

Be patient! Do not pass lines of traffic.

Avoid crossing traffic lanes unless absolutely necessary.

Travel with the driver's window partially open so that you can listen for traffic you cannot see.

Use wipers and defroster as necessary for maximum vision.

Watch for CHP pace cars to guide you.

Unless absolutely necessary, do not stop on any freeway or other heavily traveled road.

If your car is disabled or you cannot continue, pull well onto the shoulder and turn off lights. Move away from your vehicle.

Consider postponing your trip until the fog lifts.

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