On Monday at 5:55 p.m. the National Weather Service issued a dense fog advisory in effect until Tuesday at 7 a.m. for East Central Willamette Valley.
“Visibility one quarter mile or less in areas of dense fog,” can be anticipated according to the weather service. “Areas of dense fog are occurring along portions of the I-5 corridor from Salem to Woodburn. Fog is also occurring in portions of Stayton, Marion, Jefferson, Turner, and Aumsville.”
“Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous,” says the weather service. “If driving, slow down and leave plenty of distance ahead of you. Pedestrians and cyclists should wear bright or reflective clothing to increase the chances of being seen by others in poor visibility conditions.”
Guidance from the weather service for navigating foggy conditions
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…