Update: Dense fog advisory affecting Central Oregon Wednesday morning

Update: Dense Fog Advisory Affecting Central Oregon Wednesday Morning

The National Weather Service issued an updated dense fog advisory for Central Oregon on Wednesday at 7:38 a.m., warning residents of sharply reduced visibility.

"Visibility as low as one quarter of a mile in dense fog."

"Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous," the weather service stated. "If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you."

A dense fog advisory signals that heavy fog has spread over a large area, reducing visibility to a quarter-mile or less. Such conditions make travel dangerous, so drivers should act with extra care or delay trips if possible.

Safety Tips for Driving in Fog

Reduce your speed and allow extra travel time.
Use low-beam headlights to stay visible; fog lights can also help if equipped.
Avoid high-beam lights, as they produce glare and reduce visibility.
Maintain a safe distance from vehicles ahead to prepare for sudden stops.
Follow lane markings to remain safely in your lane.

Author’s Summary

Drivers in Central Oregon should expect dense fog reducing visibility to one-quarter mile, prompting extreme caution or travel delays for road safety.

OregonLive.com — 2025-11-06