5 Freeway through Grapevine is included in a dense fog advisory issued by the National Weather Service on Thursday at 2:48 a.m. The advisory is in effect until 11 a.m.
“Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog for elevations between 1,000 and 2,500 feet,” can be expected according to the NWS Hanford CA. “Mountain Highways included but not limited to: 41, 58, 152, 168, 198 and Interstate 5.”
“Sudden encounter of low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous,” the NWS said. “If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.”
The full list of affected locations includes:
5 Freeway through Grapevine West Side Mountains north of 198 Coalinga – Avenal West Side Mountains South of 198 South End San Joaquin Valley Mariposa Madera Foothills Mariposa-Madera Lower Sierra Fresno-Tulare Foothills Fresno-Tulare Lower Sierra South End Sierra Foothills South End of the Lower Sierra Tehachapi Frazier Mountain Communities Buena Vista CountyFog safety: Tips from the NWS 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.
If driving in fog becomes unavoidable, remember these safety tips:
Reduce speed:
Slow down and allocate extra travel time 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 available, employ your fog lights.
Avoid high-beams:
Refrain from using high-beam headlights, as they create glare that impairs your visibility on the road.
Keep your distance:
Maintain a significant following distance to account for abrupt stops or shifts in traffic patterns.
Stay in your lane:
Use the road’s lane markings as a guide to remaining in the correct lane.
Zero visibility strategy:
In extremely dense fog where visibility is near zero, the best course of action is to first turn on your hazard lights, then simply pull into a safe location such as a parking lot of a local business, and stop.
No parking options:
If no designated parking area is available, pull your vehicle as far off the road as possible. Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights remain unlit, minimizing the chance of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.
By adhering to these recommendations from the NWS, you can navigate foggy conditions more safely, reducing the risk of accidents and ensuring your well-being.
For more local weather alerts, visit our Weather Advisory page
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