Cherokee and Clay Counties Under Dense Fog Advisory Until Tuesday Morning
On Tuesday, the National Weather Service (NWS) in Morristown, TN, issued a dense fog advisory effective until 10 a.m. for Cherokee and Clay counties. The advisory warns of significantly reduced visibility due to dense fog.
Visibility and Safety Concerns
According to the NWS, "visibility of one quarter of a mile or less in dense fog" is expected, with conditions possibly dropping to nearly zero visibility. Such low visibility can make driving hazardous.
“If driving, slow down, use low-beam headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you. Allow extra time for you to reach your destination.”
Advisory Details
This advisory is issued when widespread dense fog develops, causing visibility frequently to fall to one-quarter of a mile or less. These conditions can significantly hinder travel safety.
Driving Safety Tips in Foggy Conditions
- Reduce speed while driving
- Use low-beam headlights
- Maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead
- Allow extra travel time to reach your destination
Travelers are advised to take extra care on roads or avoid driving if possible until the advisory expires at 10 a.m. Tuesday.
Source: The National Weather Service
This content was created with AI assistance, based on templates crafted and reviewed by newsroom journalists. Originally published November 4, 2025, at 4:45 AM.
Author’s summary: Dense fog is expected to significantly reduce visibility in Cherokee and Clay counties until Tuesday morning, posing hazardous driving conditions and requiring extra caution.