Thick fog is blanketing much of the Delmarva Peninsula this evening, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a Dense Fog Advisory until 10 PM tonight.
Visibility has dropped to just a quarter mile or less across the region, creating hazardous driving conditions. The advisory affects all of Delaware, including New Castle, Kent, and Sussex counties, as well as the Delaware beaches. On Maryland’s Eastern Shore, Queen Anne’s, Talbot, Caroline, and Sussex counties are also experiencing the dense fog conditions.
The National Weather Service warns that the severely reduced visibility could make travel dangerous, particularly on highways and rural roads where drivers may not see vehicles, pedestrians, or obstacles until it’s too late to react safely.
Motorists are urged to take extra precautions if they must travel this evening. Officials recommend slowing down significantly, using headlights even during daylight hours, and maintaining extra distance between vehicles. Consider delaying non-essential travel until conditions improve.
The fog advisory is expected to expire at 10 PM tonight as atmospheric conditions change. However, patchy fog may linger in some low-lying areas into the overnight hours. Stay tuned to TV Delmarva for the latest weather updates.
