Updated Dense Fog Advisory for Oregon's Northern Blue Mountains Foothills
The National Weather Service has issued an updated dense fog advisory for the Foothills of the Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon, in effect until 10 a.m. Wednesday morning.
"Visibility as low as 1/4 mile in dense fog."
"Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous."
"If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you."
When this advisory is active, it indicates that widespread dense fog has developed, drastically reducing visibility to a quarter-mile or less. Such conditions make travel hazardous, and drivers are strongly advised to proceed with heightened caution or avoid travel altogether if possible.
Safe Driving Tips During Dense Fog
- Reduce your speed and allow additional travel time to reach your destination safely.
- Turn on low-beam headlights to stay visible; these also light your taillights.
- Use fog lights if your vehicle is equipped with them.
- Avoid high-beam lights, as they reflect off fog and impair visibility.
- Maintain a generous following distance from the vehicle ahead to handle sudden stops or slow traffic.
- Use lane markings to help maintain your correct lane position.
Author’s Summary
Dense fog could reduce visibility to one-fourth of a mile across Oregon’s Northern Blue Mountains foothills Wednesday morning, urging drivers to slow down and exercise caution.