Can driving under adverse weather conditions favor the onset of fatigue?

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Yes, bad weather is an external risk factor that directly influences the driver's psychophysical state. Driving in rain, fog, snow, or strong winds requires maintaining a much higher level of attention and concentration than usual due to reduced grip and visibility. This increase in nervous tension and visual strain causes fatigue to set in much sooner. Therefore, while the general rule is to rest every 2 hours or 200 km, traffic authorities recommend that stops be made more frequently under these conditions.

Can driving under adverse weather conditions favor the onset of fatigue?

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