Is overtaking allowed on stretches affected by heavy rain?
Safe driving
Explanation
Overtaking in conditions of **heavy rain** is prohibited due to the **poor visibility** that these conditions generate. Heavy rain can make it difficult to see the road and other vehicles, which increases the risk of accidents.
- **Reduced visibility**: Heavy rain can create a curtain of water that prevents clear vision of the road and approaching vehicles. This is similar to other low visibility situations, such as fog or sun glare, where overtaking is also prohibited.
- **Safety**: Overtaking requires increasing speed and changing lanes, maneuvers that are dangerous when visibility is poor. The lack of visibility can prevent the driver from correctly assessing the distance and speed of vehicles in the opposite lane.
For these reasons, it is safer not to overtake in sections affected by heavy rain.
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