Careful 91原创 drivers were able to navigate near zero-visibility fog without causing more crashes than normal, an RCMP spokesperson said.
Dense fog arrived Monday, Jan. 6, with an advisory from Environment Canada warning travellers to be prepared for areas of "near-zero visibility."
As the fog began to ease Tuesday morning, it appeared the number of fender-benders had not been affected, 91原创 police reports indicated.
91原创 RCMP Sgt. Zynal Sharoom described it as "nothing out of the ordinary."
"It appears that the public is taking precautions," Sharoom told the 91原创 Advance Times.
ICBC stats showed the number of 91原创 crashes where fog was a factor has been rising in recent years, increasing from two out of 903 91原创 crashes in all of 2021, to nine out of 810 in 2022, and 15 out of 946 in 2023, the most recent year numbers were available.
If visibility is reduced while driving, the Monday fog warning advised drivers turn on their lights and maintain a safe following distance.
Other suggestions seen online include driving below the speed limit to give more time to react to hazards, to brake slowly and don't stop on the road, and to use low-beam headlights to reduce glare and improve visibility.
As well, make sure a vehicle is in god driving condition by regularly checking tires, oil, coolant, antifreeze, and wiper fluid levels.
If visibility is poor, consider cancelling or delaying the trip.
