Update: Dense fog advisory for Northwest Alabama anticipated to expire at 9 a.m.

Dense Fog Advisory in Northwest Alabama

The dense fog advisory affected Lauderdale, Colbert, Franklin, Lawrence, and Cullman counties in northwest Alabama. The National Weather Service announced improvements in visibility, allowing the advisory to expire at 9 a.m.

"Visibilities are improving for northwest Alabama and Cullman County, so we will allow the Advisory expire at 9 a.m. Please remain cautious if you encounter any fog when driving this morning."

What the Advisory Means

A dense fog advisory indicates widespread dense fog with visibility reduced to a quarter-mile or less. This creates hazardous travel conditions, requiring extra caution or postponement of trips if possible.

Driving Safety Tips in Foggy Conditions

Slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination safely.
Use low-beam headlights to make your vehicle visible; they also activate your taillights.
If equipped, use fog lights for better visibility.
Avoid high-beam headlights as they cause glare and reduce visibility.
Maintain a safe following distance to prepare for sudden stops or traffic changes.
Use lane markings to stay in your lane.
If visibility is near zero, turn on hazard lights and pull over to a safe location, such as a business parking area.

Author’s summary: The fog advisory for northwest Alabama has ended, but motorists should still drive carefully in foggy conditions, following key safety measures to avoid accidents.

AL.com — 2025-11-03

Dense Fog Advisory in Northwest Alabama

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