Updated Dense Fog Advisory for the Northern Blue Mountains Foothills
The National Weather Service has issued an updated dense fog advisory for the Foothills of the Northern Blue Mountains in Oregon, remaining in effect until 10 a.m. Wednesday.
Visibility as low as 1/4 mile in dense fog.
The agency warns that low visibility could create hazardous driving conditions. Motorists are urged to drive slowly, use headlights, and maintain a safe distance between vehicles.
Understanding a Dense Fog Advisory
When such an advisory is issued, it indicates that widespread fog has reduced visibility to a quarter mile or less, making travel potentially dangerous. Drivers should be cautious and, if possible, delay trips until conditions improve.
Driving Safety Tips During Dense Fog
- Reduce speed and allow additional travel time.
- Use low-beam headlights or fog lights to increase visibility.
- Avoid high-beam lights, as they can reflect off the fog and hinder vision.
- Keep a greater distance between vehicles to accommodate sudden stops.
- Rely on lane markings to help maintain proper lane alignment.
Summary
Dense fog over Oregon’s Northern Blue Mountains Foothills limits visibility and raises driving risks; motorists should slow down, use low-beam lights, and drive with extra caution.