ABU DHABI: Abu Dhabi Police presented an innovative laser device to determine the distance between cars in fog, rain, snow, storms and dark places.

Director of the Directorate of Emergency and Public Safety in the Central Operations Sector, Captain Hamad Ahmed Al Balushi said that the innovative laser device is installed behind the car and pegs a safe distance of between 7 and 10 metres between the car and other vehicles.

The limits can be controlled according to the situation, he said, adding that if the fog is very intense the laser level is extended to deter disasters and protect lives, property and infrastructure.

He noted that the cost of the device does not exceed Dhs50 and is accessible to all, stressing that the laser beam does not disturb the drivers. The beam in red is focused on the ground and can penetrate the fog at a specific angle.

The range can be extended accordingly.