Archive · 14 Dec 2025
Fog and Glare Increase Driving Risks in Hyderabad
Hyderabad is having its coldest winter in seven years, and the fog and glare are making driving more dangerous.
The traffic police say drivers should slow down, not use high beams, and avoid distractions.
A study found that accidents happen more often in fog and rain, even when drivers slow down.
Glare from headlights is also a big problem, making it hard for drivers to see.
Experienced drivers sometimes speed too much, even when it's hard to see.
All these things make driving riskier in winter.
Hyderabad is experiencing its coldest winter in seven years, increasing driving risks due to fog and glare.
Traffic police advise motorists to avoid speeding, refrain from using high beams, and avoid distractions in fog-prone areas.
A study by Dr. Neelima Chakrabarty found that drivers underestimate how winter conditions affect visibility and reaction time.
Accident rates rise from 13.6% in clear weather to 14% in fog and 16% in rain, despite drivers slowing down.
Glare from headlights is a major risk factor, with nearly one-third of drivers struggling with glare recovery, especially in fog.
- Who
- Drivers in Hyderabad
- What
- Increased risk of accidents due to fog and glare
- When
- During early morning and late-night hours, especially in winter
- Where
- Hyderabad, particularly on highways and flyovers
- Why
- Fog and glare reduce visibility and increase reaction time, leading to more accidents
- Location
- Hyderabad
- Coldest Winter
- Seven Years
- Accident Rate in Clear Weather
- 13.6%
- Accident Rate in Fog
- 14%
- Accident Rate in Rain
- 16%
- Drivers Struggling with Glare Recovery
- One-Third
- Increase in Reaction Time
- 1-2 Seconds