NY weather: Be prepared for fog in New York Sunday morning

The National Weather Service issued a fog weather alert for Herkimer, Fulton, Montgomery, Saratoga, Schenectady, Albany, and Warren counties on Sunday at 8:07 a.m. and lasted until 10:15 a.m.

“Until 10 a.m., there will be patches of fog, some locally intense, with visibility less than a quarter mile. According to the weather service, if you’re driving this morning, slow down, use your low beam headlights, and give yourself plenty of space.

Fog safety: Tips from the weather service for safe travels

The following weather service safety advice should be kept in mind if you must go outside in foggy conditions:

Slow down:

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  Slow down and allow extra travel time to reach your destination safely.
  

Priority for visibility:

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  Ensure your vehicle is visible to others by using low-beam headlights, which automatically activate your taillights. Utilize fog lights if your vehicle is equipped with them.
  

Steer clear of high beams:

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  Refrain from using high-beam headlights, as they create glare that impairs your visibility on the road.
  

Remain at a safe distance:

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  Maintain a generous following distance to account for abrupt stops or shifting traffic patterns.
  

Remain in your lane:

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  To ensure you are staying in the correct lane, use the road’s lane markings as a guide.
  

Visibility close to zero:

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  In situations of near-zero visibility due to dense fog, activate your hazard lights and seek a secure location, such as a nearby business’s parking lot, to pull over and come to a stop.
  

Absence of parking choices

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  If no designated parking area is available, pull your vehicle as far off the road as possible. Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights remain unlit, minimizing the chance of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.
  

Following these weather service guidelines will help you drive more safely in foggy circumstances, reducing the chance of accidents and putting your health first.

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