The heavy blanket of fog that’s covering Central Victoria is due to stick around for most of the morning – according to the Bureau of Metrology.
The Bureau says it feels like -2 out there as of 7 am this morning.
The Bureau’s Belinda House warns locals to be wary as the weather develops throughout the day.
Local police are also warning residents to stay extra vigilant during their morning commute.
On the Wake Up Call, Bendigo Inspector Dan Davis asks locals to take all the precautions they can to stay safe on the roads throughout the colder months.
Victoria Police say driving in fog is one of the most unpredictable situations to drive in and recommends everyone ‘drives to the conditions’.
Some tips to arrive at your destination safely from VicPol include;
Slow down: If you’re driving in foggy conditions, give yourself extra time to get to your destination.
Brighten up: Make sure your headlights are on – but not your high beams, these can cause glare in the fog reducing visibility.
Leave some space: Increase the distance between you and the car in front in case of any sudden stops.
Follow the lines: Fog can limit visibility, so make sure you follow the lines to stay in your lane.
Pullover: When you can’t see, the best thing you can do is turn on your hazard lights and pull into a safe spot until the conditions clear.
For more tips on driving safely this winter visit – https://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/…/snow-and-winter-driving
