Lucknow, Oct. 24 -- The Uttar Pradesh Expressways Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA) has geared up to prevent road accidents caused by low visibility during fog in winter.

UPEDA has begun winter safety preparations on five major expressways in the state. All necessary arrangements have been directed to be completed by October 31.

UPEDA will implement special safety measures on the Agra-Lucknow, Purvanchal, Bundelkhand, Gorakhpur Link, and Ganga Expressways.

To prevent accidents caused by low visibility during fog, surveillance will be increased on these expressways and emergency services will be strengthened.

Considering road safety during winter, special speed limits will be in effect on expressways from November 1 to February 1...