Update: Dense Fog Advisory in Foothills of Northern Blue Mountains, Oregon
The National Weather Service issued an updated dense fog advisory effective until 10 a.m. affecting the Foothills of the Northern Blue Mountains in Oregon.
Visibility and Driving Conditions
Visibility is expected to drop as low as 1/4 mile in dense fog, creating hazardous driving conditions.
“Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous,” explains the weather service. “If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.”
What a Dense Fog Advisory Means
A dense fog advisory indicates that thick fog has developed widely, reducing visibility to a quarter-mile or less. Such conditions are dangerous for travel.
Safety Recommendations for Drivers
- Reduce speed and give yourself extra time to arrive safely.
- Use low-beam headlights to ensure your vehicle is visible and to activate taillights.
- Use fog lights if your vehicle has them.
- Avoid using high beams, as they cause glare and reduce your ability to see ahead.
- Maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead to prepare for sudden stops or changes in traffic.
- Follow road lane markings carefully to stay in the correct lane.
Summary
Dense fog in the Northern Blue Mountains significantly reduces visibility, making cautious driving essential to avoid accidents.