A Dense Fog Advisory is now in effect for Delaware’s beaches and coastal communities, with visibility expected to drop to less than one mile starting this evening.
The National Weather Service issued the advisory at 1:08 PM today, warning that dense fog will develop across coastal Delaware and southern New Jersey beginning at 6 PM tonight and lasting through 10 AM Thursday morning.
Locally, the advisory affects inland Sussex County and all Delaware beach communities. The fog is expected to create hazardous driving conditions during both the evening and morning commutes.
“Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous,” warns the National Weather Service.
Motorists are urged to take extra precautions if traveling through affected areas. Officials recommend slowing down, using headlights even during daytime hours, and maintaining extra distance between vehicles.
The fog advisory is scheduled to expire at 10 AM Thursday, though conditions may improve gradually as morning temperatures rise.
Drivers should be especially cautious on Route 1, Route 9, and other coastal highways where fog typically becomes most dense. Consider delaying non-essential travel during peak fog hours between 6 PM tonight and 8 AM Thursday morning.
