New fog warning system in Venice Region pays for itself ten times over

VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland has taken part in the development of a new type of fog warning system in the Venice Region. The system is based on utilising data from land-based visibility sensors and satellite data. One of the first of its kind on a worldwide scale, the system benefits regular motorists as well as authorities, providing reliable warning services that prevent accidents and save costs.Fog is a relatively frequent phenomenon in the Po Valley and constitutes a major issue for all road traffic. The new fog warning system covers and benefits the entire Venice Region,