Weather Alert: Fog Expected in Kyiv - Drivers Advised
Date: 2023-12-10 Author: Dima Zakharov Categories: KYIV
Anticipated Fog in Kyiv
The Kyiv City State Administration, citing the Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Center, has forecasted fog with visibility levels ranging from 200 to 500 meters for the next few hours on Sunday, December 10. This fog presents a Level 1 hazard.
Driving Advisory
Drivers are urged to take precautions during foggy conditions by adhering to the following recommendations:
Reduce driving speed.
If equipped with fog lights, use them alongside low beams.
Maintain a safe distance from other vehicles.
Activate hazard lights when stopping.
Avoid sudden maneuvers on the road.
Pedestrian Safety
Pedestrians are advised to stay cautious and wear reflective elements like flickers to enhance visibility for drivers during foggy and dark hours.
Weather Forecast
Sunday's forecast predicts cloudy weather with no significant precipitation in Kyiv. However, some areas might experience icy conditions on the roads. Municipal services continue treating roads, bridges, ramps, and slopes with anti-icing agents while clearing snow from the city streets.
As per Ukrinform, on December 11-12, Kyiv and its surrounding regions will experience cloudy weather with occasional light wet snow. Icy road conditions may prevail in certain areas. The wind direction will be south-easterly at 5-10 m/s. Temperatures are expected to hover around 0°C in the capital during both day and night, while in the region, temperatures will range from -3°C to +2°C.
