A dense fog advisory was released by the National Weather Service on Sunday at 1:20 a.m. in effect until 9 a.m. for Walker, Blount, Etowah, Calhoun, Cherokee, Cleburne, Jefferson, Shelby, St. Clair, Talladega, Clay and Randolph counties.
“Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog,” can be anticipated according to the weather service. “All areas in the affected counties will not have dense fog. It will be most likely in areas that received rainfall Saturday afternoon and evening.”
“Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous,” states the weather service. “If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.”
Fog safety: Tips from the weather service for safe travels
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…