What should a driver do in conditions of heavy rainfall and visibility below 200m?

In conditions of heavy rainfall and visibility below 200 meters, it is essential for drivers to enhance their visibility and ensure they can be seen by other road users. Using dipped headlights is the appropriate action in this situation because it provides adequate illumination of the road while preventing glare that could impair the vision of oncoming drivers.

Dipped headlights create a focused beam that illuminates the road directly in front of the vehicle, reducing the chances of reflections and glare caused by rain. This ensures that the driver can see adequately while also maintaining safety for others on the road.

Using high beams is inappropriate in such conditions as it can cause excessive glare and reflections, further reducing visibility for all drivers. Fog lights alone may not provide sufficient forward vision in heavy rainfall, and turning off all lights would leave the vehicle completely unlit, posing a significant danger not just to the driver but also to other road users.