Dense Fog Advisory Update for Geneva and Houston Counties
The dense fog advisory for Geneva and Houston counties will expire at 8 a.m. The National Weather Service reports that "patchy areas of dense fog remain across southeastern Alabama, but it should begin to lift and dissipate in the next 30 minutes or so."
What a Dense Fog Advisory Means
This advisory indicates widespread dense fog with visibility dropping to a quarter-mile or less. Such conditions significantly impact travel safety.
Safety Tips for Driving in Fog
- Reduce your speed and allow extra time to reach your destination safely.
- Use low-beam headlights to ensure your vehicle is visible; these also activate your taillights.
- Employ fog lights if your vehicle has them.
- Avoid high-beam headlights, which cause glare and reduce visibility.
- Maintain a safe following distance for sudden stops or traffic changes.
- Use lane markings to stay safely in your lane.
- If visibility is near zero, activate your hazard lights and pull over safely, such as in a business parking lot.
"When a dense fog advisory is issued for your area, it means that widespread dense fog has developed and visibility can plummet to a quarter-mile or less."
"Patchy areas of dense fog remain across southeastern Alabama, but it should begin to lift and dissipate in the next 30 minutes or so."
Driving cautiously and following these recommendations can help prevent accidents in hazardous fog conditions.
Summary: The dense fog advisory for Geneva and Houston counties will end soon, but drivers should continue to exercise caution and follow safety tips while fog persists.