Dense Fog Advisory in South Alabama
On Friday, the National Weather Service issued a dense fog advisory effective from 5 a.m. for Conecuh, Butler, Crenshaw, Escambia, and Covington counties.
Advisory Details
"Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog."
"Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous."
Driving Safety Recommendations
- Slow down while driving and allow extra travel time.
- Use low-beam headlights to make your vehicle visible and activate taillights.
- Use fog lights if your vehicle is equipped with them.
- Avoid using high-beam headlights as they cause glare and reduce visibility.
- Maintain a safe following distance to adjust for sudden traffic changes.
- Use lane markings to stay safely within your lane.
General Advisory Meaning
A dense fog advisory indicates that widespread fog has formed, reducing visibility to a quarter-mile or less. These conditions create challenging and hazardous driving environments, so extreme caution is advised. When possible, delay travel until conditions improve.
Author's summary: Dense fog across South Alabama is reducing visibility drastically, demanding careful driving with low beams and cautious speed or delaying trips altogether if possible.