Dense Fog Advisory in Malibu
Malibu is currently under a dense fog advisory issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) early Saturday morning at 2:34 a.m. This advisory remains in effect until 9 a.m.
Visibility and Driving Conditions
The NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard office warns of visibility limited to one quarter mile or less due to dense fog. Such low visibility can create hazardous driving conditions.
“Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog.”
“Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous.”
“If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.”
Safety Recommendations
- Slow down and allow extra travel time.
- Use low-beam headlights to ensure your vehicle is visible; avoid high beams as they cause glare.
- If available, turn on fog lights.
- Maintain a safe distance from vehicles ahead to prepare for sudden traffic changes.
- If possible, delay travel until conditions improve.
Advisory Coverage
The advisory applies across multiple affected areas in and around Malibu where dense fog has caused widespread visibility reduction to a quarter mile or less.
What a Dense Fog Advisory Means
This alert indicates the presence of thick fog that significantly limits visibility, demanding heightened caution for drivers and commuters in the region.
Author’s summary: A dense fog advisory is active in Malibu until Saturday morning, causing quarter-mile visibility and challenging driving conditions—drivers should take precautions and consider delaying trips.