Rule 251 ↗
Parking in fog. It is especially dangerous to park on the road in fog. If it is unavoidable, leave your parking lights or sidelights on.
Road Safety Alert : Parking in Fog ( Rule 251 )
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Road Safety Alert : Parking in Fog ( Rule 251 )
The Risk of Low Visibility
Emergency Protocol
Avoid Roadside Parking
Parking in Fog is Especially Dangerous: Stationary vehicles on the road during fog pose a high risk of rear - end collisions due to severely limited sightlines .
Drivers should make every effort to find a location off the main road to stop when fog is present .
Activate Visibility Lights
If parking on the road is unavoidable , you must leave your parking lights or sidelights switched on to alert other drivers .
Rule 251 Compliance
Following this specific rule is a critical safety measure for any situation where a vehicle must be left on a public road in low - visibility weather .