I believe quite a number of accidents occur due to the road being too poorly lit. Topped with the current unpredictable weather, the visibility is not exactly ideal for motorists, especially those who are less experienced with driving.
Even for someone with decades of experience on the road, certain roads are so dark that I’ve been in a handful of accidents where I unknowingly drove over a pothole or speed hump.
Animals are also more likely to wander in the dark. And yes, I have been in accidents where I was merely trying to avoid hitting a stray.
There are times when a motorist forgets to turn on the headlights, which is a danger in itself. When it’s along a well-lit road, fellow road users can at least see the vehicle from a distance away and avoid it. But it is a lot more challenging in a near pitch-black stretch.
I hope the authorities could install more street lamps to ensure the safety of the motorists.
Disgruntled Driver
