Dense Fog Advisory Issued for North Bay Interior Valleys, Southern Monterey Bay, and Big Sur Coast
The National Weather Service (NWS) released a dense fog advisory on Saturday at 6:14 a.m. for the North Bay Interior Valleys, Southern Monterey Bay, and Big Sur Coast. This advisory is in effect until 10 a.m.
Visibility and Driving Conditions
The NWS San Francisco office warns of visibility reduced to half a mile or less in dense fog. Such low visibility can create hazardous driving conditions.
“Visibility one half mile or less in dense fog.”
“Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous.”
Safety Recommendations
- Slow down while driving.
- Use low beam headlights.
- Maintain plenty of distance ahead of your vehicle.
- Allow extra time to reach your destination safely.
- Consider postponing travel if possible.
“Widespread dense fog will have the potential to reduce visibility to below one-quarter of a mile.”
“If possible, consider avoiding travel across the region.”
“If you must travel, allow extra drive time to reach your destination safely.”
Advisory Explanation
A dense fog advisory means widespread dense fog has developed, lowering visibility to a quarter-mile or less. These visibility conditions demand caution while traveling or suggest postponing trips if feasible.
Driving Tips in Fog
- Drive slowly and carefully.
- Allocate extra time for your journey.
- Use headlights properly to improve visibility.
Author's summary: A dense fog advisory until 10 a.m. warns of severely reduced visibility in parts of Northern California, urging drivers to slow down and consider delaying travel for safety.