NY weather: Prepare for fog in New York until Saturday night

At 6:11 p.m. on Saturday, the National Weather Service reported fog in Herkimer, Hamilton, Fulton, Montgomery, Saratoga, Warren, Washington, Schoharie, Schenectady, Albany, Rensselaer, Greene, Columbia, Ulster, and Dutchess counties through 10 p.m.

In both eastern New York and western New England, patches of fog have developed. There is some locally strong fog that can be seen for up to a quarter mile. Both snowmelt and the air’s high moisture content are to blame for the fog. Near the main river valleys, the fog could be the thickest. According to the weather service, if you’re traveling tonight, slow down, use your low beam headlights, and give yourself plenty of space if you come into dense fog.

Fog safety: Tips from the weather service for safe travels

The following safety advice should be kept in mind if you must drive in foggy conditions:

Slow down:

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

Visibility is important.

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  Ensure your vehicle is visible to others by using low-beam headlights, which also activate your taillights. If available, employ your fog lights.
  

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.
  

Keep your gaps safe:

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  Keep a considerable following distance to account for sudden stops or shifts in 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.
  

Strategy for zero visibility:

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  In cases of near-zero visibility due to dense fog, initiate your hazard lights and locate a secure spot, such as a nearby business parking area, to pull over and come to a halt.
  

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 are not illuminated, reducing the risk of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.
  

You can travel through foggy circumstances more safely by following these weather service precautions, which can lower the chance of accidents and protect your personal safety.

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