Dense fog advisory affecting Los Angeles County until Tuesday morning — visibility down to 1/4 mile
Los Angeles County is included in a dense fog advisory released by the National Weather Service on Tuesday at 5:23 a.m. The advisory is in effect until 9 a.m.
“Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog,” can be anticipated according to the NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA. “Near zero visibility may occur at times.”
“Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous,” according to the NWS. “If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you. If you decide to leave the roadway due to thick dense fog, pull completely and as far off the roadway as possible and turn off your lights.”
The full list of affected locations includes:
- Calabasas/Agoura Hills
- San Fernando Valley
- San Gabriel Valley
- Santa Ynez Valley
- Lake Casitas
- Ojai Valley
- Central Ventura County Valleys
- Southeastern Ventura County Valleys
Navigating fog: Safety tips by the NWS
If a dense fog advisory is issued for your area, it means that widespread dense fog has developed and visibility often drops to just a quarter-mile or less. These conditions can make driving challenging, so exercise extreme caution on the road, and if possible, consider delaying your trip.
If you must drive in foggy conditions, keep the following safety tips in mind:
Reduce speed:
Slow down and allocate extra time for your trip to reach your destination safely.
Visibility priority:
Ensure your vehicle is visible to others by using low-beam headlights, which also activate your taillights. If you have fog lights, use them.
Avoid high-beams:
Refrain from using high-beam headlights, as they create glare that impairs your visibility on the road.
Keep your distance:
Keep a considerable following distance to account for sudden stops or shifts in traffic patterns.
Stay in your lane:
To ensure you are staying in the correct lane, use the road’s lane markings as a guide.
Visibility near zero:
In situations of near-zero visibility due to dense fog, activate your hazard lights and seek a secure location, such as a nearby business’s parking lot, to pull over and come to a stop.
No parking options:
If there is no parking lot or driveway to pull into, pull your vehicle off to the side of the road as far as possible. Once you come to a stop, turn off all lights except your hazard flashing lights, set the emergency brake, and take your foot off of the brake pedal to be sure the tail lights are not illuminated so that other drivers don’t mistakenly run into you.
By adhering to these precautions from the NWS, you can navigate foggy conditions more safely, reducing the likelihood of accidents and ensuring your personal safety.
