Dense Fog Advisory in South Alabama
On Friday, the National Weather Service issued a dense fog advisory starting at 5 a.m. for Conecuh, Butler, Crenshaw, Escambia, and Covington counties.
Visibility and Driving Conditions
The advisory warns about visibility dropping to one quarter mile or less due to dense fog.
“Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous,”
the weather service warns. Motorists should,
“slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.”
What a Dense Fog Advisory Means
This alert indicates widespread dense fog has formed, reducing visibility significantly and making driving more difficult.
Recommended Safety Tips While Driving in Fog
- Reduce your speed and allow extra time to reach your destination.
- Use low-beam headlights to improve your vehicle's visibility without causing glare.
- Activate fog lights if your vehicle is equipped with them.
- Avoid high-beam headlights as they can reduce visibility by reflecting off the fog.
- Keep a greater following distance to react to sudden stops or changes in traffic flow.
- Use road lane markings to help stay safely in your lane.
Summary
Dense fog in South Alabama reduces visibility to 1/4 mile or less, requiring drivers to slow down, use appropriate lights, and maintain safe distances to navigate safely.