Drivers across the Delmarva Peninsula should prepare for treacherous morning commute conditions Tuesday as the National Weather Service has issued a Dense Fog Advisory affecting much of our viewing area.
The advisory goes into effect at 2 AM Tuesday and remains in place until 10 AM, covering New Castle and Kent counties in Delaware, along with Queen Anne’s and Caroline counties on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Visibility could drop to just one-quarter to one-half mile in the thickest fog.
“Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous,” warns the National Weather Service Mount Holly office, which issued the advisory Monday evening.
Motorists planning to travel during the early morning hours should take extra precautions. Weather officials strongly recommend slowing down, using headlights, and maintaining a safe following distance. Even familiar routes can become dangerous when visibility is severely reduced.
The fog is expected to gradually lift as temperatures warm throughout the morning, with conditions improving by mid-morning. However, drivers should remain cautious even after the advisory expires, as patchy fog may linger in some low-lying areas.
Stay with TV Delmarva for continued weather updates as conditions develop overnight.
