Lake Charles, LA – A dense fog advisory is in effect for portions of Louisiana and southeast Texas until 8 a.m. CST Saturday, significantly reducing visibility and creating hazardous travel conditions. Coastal areas will remain under the advisory until noon CST.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Lake Charles, dense fog is expected to reduce visibility to a quarter to half a mile across central, south-central, southwest, and west-central Louisiana, as well as southeast Texas. Affected areas include Lafayette, Lake Charles, Alexandria, Beaumont, and surrounding communities.
Drivers are urged to exercise caution while traveling, as low visibility could make for dangerous road conditions. Motorists should slow down, use their headlights, and maintain a safe distance from other vehicles to minimize risks…