With winter fog descending across the Outer Ring Road (ORR), highways and several arterial stretches, Cyberabad and Rachakonda police have issued advisories to caution motorists, warning that reduced visibility is likely to persist through the season and could trigger serious collisions if drivers fail to slow down and stay alert. Officers said several stretches have already seen early signs of fog-related risks during early mornings and late evenings, when visibility falls sharply.High beam will worsen glareCyberabad Police advised all motorists to drive with greater discipline and patience, stressing that reduced visibility demands lower speeds, steady braking and consistent lane use. Officers said high beams only worsen the glare in fog and urged drivers to switch to low-beam headlights and fog lights when entering affected stretches. They said reflective gear for two-wheeler riders and clean visors are essential to prevent them from becoming invisible to fast-moving vehicles.Cyberabad Police’s do’s and don’ts while driving in foggy conditionsThick fog blankets the Narsingi stretch of the Outer Ring Road as winter conditions persist in Hyderabad on Wednesday, (November 19, 2025) | Video Credit: SIDDHANT THAKURStretches with dense fogRachakonda police also issued an advisory and said that the fog has been particularly dense on stretches used by heavy vehicles, school buses and long-distance commuters, adding that even slow-moving vehicles are becoming difficult to spot. They reiterated that helmets and seatbelts are mandatory, warned that drunk driving will attract strict action and asked motorists to ensure that tyres, wipers, lights and wiring are in proper working condition.Police reminded the public that helping crash victims within the first hour can save lives and that Good Samaritans who intervene promptly are eligible for the Good Samaritan Rathna and a reward of ₹25,000.Both commissionerates said unnecessary travel during heavy fog should be avoided and that abrupt braking, lane cutting and overspeeding are among the primary causes of pile-ups on foggy stretches. Patrolling is being intensified in vulnerable pockets, and advisories will continue to be issued through social media, FM updates and traffic apps to guide motorists throughout the season.Dos and don’t for motoristsPolice advised motorists to slow down, maintain a safe distance, keep to their lanes, use fog lights, rely on indicators early, keep windows slightly open to reduce internal fogging and ensure that wipers, defoggers, tail-lamps and reflectors are working correctly. They also urged pedestrians to avoid dark clothing and cross only after checking both sides.Motorists were told not to use high beams, not to overtake in fog, not to rely on cruise control, not to use mobile phones while driving and not to stop abruptly on the carriageway. Hazard lights, officers said, must never be used while driving but only when a vehicle is stationary. Avoiding unnecessary travel during intense fog, especially during early mornings, was strongly recommended.Published - November 19, 2025 01:39 pm IST