The National Weather Service has issued a Dense Fog Advisory for the entire Delmarva Peninsula and surrounding areas until 10 PM tonight, warning drivers of potentially dangerous conditions with visibility dropping to just a quarter mile or less.
The advisory affects all of Delaware, including New Castle, Kent, and Sussex counties, as well as the Delaware beaches. Eastern Shore counties in Maryland including Kent, Queen Anne’s, Talbot, Caroline, and Sussex are also under the advisory. Parts of southern New Jersey and southeastern Pennsylvania are experiencing similar conditions.
The thick fog has already begun reducing visibility significantly across the region, creating hazardous driving conditions during the evening commute. Motorists are being urged to exercise extreme caution if travel is necessary.
The National Weather Service strongly advises drivers to slow down, use headlights, and maintain plenty of distance between vehicles. If visibility becomes too poor, pull off the road safely and wait for conditions to improve.
The Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect until 10 PM EST tonight, when conditions are expected to gradually improve. Commuters should allow extra travel time and consider delaying non-essential trips until the fog lifts.
