Dense Fog Advisory in South Alabama
The National Weather Service issued a dense fog advisory effective from 5 a.m. Friday for Conecuh, Butler, Crenshaw, Escambia, and Covington counties.
Visibility and Driving Conditions
Visibility is expected to drop to one quarter mile or less due to dense fog, which can create hazardous driving conditions.
"Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous."
"If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you."
Safety Recommendations for Drivers
- Reduce speed and allow extra travel time.
- Use low-beam headlights and your vehicle’s taillights to stay visible.
- Activate fog lights if your vehicle is equipped with them.
- Avoid using high-beam headlights because they cause glare and reduce visibility.
- Keep a safe distance from the vehicle ahead to anticipate sudden stops.
- Use lane markings to stay properly in your lane.
General Advice
A dense fog advisory indicates widespread fog causing visibility often below a quarter-mile. Driving can be difficult, so consider postponing travel if possible and exercise extreme caution on the roads.
Author’s summary: Dense fog in South Alabama is reducing visibility to a quarter mile, making driving hazardous; drivers should slow down, use low beams, and maintain distance for safety.
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