Dense Fog Advisory for Foothills of the Northern Blue Mountains
The National Weather Service has issued an updated dense fog advisory for the Foothills of the Northern Blue Mountains in Oregon, effective until 10 a.m. Wednesday morning.
"Visibility as low as 1/4 mile in dense fog." "Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous," explains the weather service. "If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you."
Advisory Details
The advisory indicates that widespread dense fog has developed, reducing visibility to a quarter mile or less. These conditions can make travel hazardous, and drivers should take extra precautions or delay trips when possible.
Safety Recommendations
- Reduce your driving speed and allow additional travel time.
- Turn on low-beam headlights to make your vehicle more visible; fog lights can be helpful if available.
- Avoid using high-beam headlights, as they reflect off the fog and reduce visibility.
- Maintain a safe distance from other vehicles to allow for sudden stops or changes in traffic flow.
- Use lane markings as a guide to stay properly positioned on the road.
Summary
Dense fog in Oregon’s Northern Blue Mountain foothills could severely limit visibility and make driving hazardous; motorists are urged to drive slowly and use appropriate lights to stay safe.