Update on Dense Fog Advisory for Geneva and Houston Counties
The dense fog advisory for Geneva and Houston counties is set to expire at 8 a.m.
Current Conditions
“Patchy areas of dense fog remain across southeastern Alabama, but it should begin to lift and dissipate in the next 30 minutes or so,” reports the National Weather Service.
What a Dense Fog Advisory Means
A dense fog advisory indicates that widespread dense fog has developed, reducing visibility to a quarter-mile or less. Such conditions make travel more hazardous, necessitating extra caution on the roads.
Safety Tips for Driving in Fog
- Slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination safely.
- Use low-beam headlights to ensure your vehicle is visible; these also activate your taillights.
- Use fog lights if your vehicle has them.
- Avoid high-beam headlights as they cause glare and reduce visibility.
- Maintain a safe distance from vehicles ahead to accommodate sudden stops.
- Stay in your lane by following road markings closely.
- If visibility becomes nearly zero, turn on hazard lights and pull over safely, such as in a parking lot.
“When a dense fog advisory is issued for your area, it means that widespread dense fog has developed and visibility can plummet to a quarter-mile or less.” — National Weather Service
Author's summary: The dense fog advisory for Geneva and Houston counties will end soon, but drivers should remain cautious and follow essential safety tips while fog lingers.