North Andhra Ghat Roads: Night Bans on Heavy Vehicles Amid Dense Fog Alert
Police in Alluri Sitarama Raju district, part of north Andhra near Visakhapatnam, have imposed restrictions on heavy vehicles using ghat roads from 10 pm to 5 am due to thick fog reducing visibility and heightening accident risks. This precautionary measure follows recent deadly crashes, including a fatal bus accident that claimed nine tourist lives, prompting swift action to safeguard travelers on treacherous terrains like the Chintapalli ghats
Vizag residents and tourists heading to Araku Valley or Lambasingi often traverse these routes, where winter fog turns winding paths into hazards. Delays in cargo could impact local supplies, but safety trumps speed amid rising winter mishaps.
Equip vehicles with functional fog lamps and check tires for grip.
Slow down to 30-40 kmph in fog; use hazard lights if stopping.
Follow diversions via apps like Vizag Police alerts or district highways office updates.
Plan trips daytime—opt for early mornings to avoid peak fog.
Authorities promise ongoing monitoring with weather clearance lifting bans promptly, ensuring safer journeys through north Andhra's misty hills
