A report from the National Weather Service was issued on Wednesday at 3:52 a.m. for dense fog until 9 a.m. for Mobile and Baldwin counties.

“Current observations and satellite data is suggesting some patchy dense fog could be possible this morning. This fog appears to be confined to river and creek valleys and lower elevations along Mobile Bay. Looking at area traffic cameras this appears to be to patchy and localized to warrant a dense fog advisory; however, caution should be utilized this morning as localized areas of fog may thicken up. One area that appears to have a little more widespread fog is across Stone county in Mississippi. Fog should quickly mix out shortly after sunrise as it does not to appear to be rather deep,” states the weather service.

Navigating fog: Safety tips by the weather service

If you must venture out in foggy conditions, keep these safety tips from the weather service in mind:

Reduce speed:

• Slow down and allocate extra time for your trip to reach your destination safely.

Visibility matters:

• Ensure your vehicle is visible to others by using low-beam headlights, which automatically activate your taillights. Utilize fog lights if your vehicle is equipped with them.

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 staying in the correct lane.

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 no parking area is available, pull your vehicle as far to the roadside as possible. Once stationary, turn off all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights are not illuminated, reducing the risk of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.

By adhering to these weather service recommendations, you can navigate foggy conditions more safely, reducing the risk of accidents and ensuring your well-being.

Advance Local Weather Alerts is a service provided by United Robots, which uses machine learning to compile the latest data from the National Weather Service.