A Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect across the Delmarva Peninsula and surrounding regions until 10 PM tonight, with visibility dropping to a quarter mile or less in some areas.
The National Weather Service issued the advisory at 4:04 PM, warning drivers of hazardous conditions across Delaware, Maryland’s Eastern Shore, and portions of New Jersey and Pennsylvania. All three Delaware counties – New Castle, Kent, and Sussex – are experiencing the dense fog conditions, along with Maryland’s Kent, Queen Anne’s, Talbot, Caroline, and Sussex counties.
The thick fog is creating dangerous driving conditions throughout the region, prompting safety officials to urge extra caution on roadways. Motorists should reduce speed significantly, turn on headlights, and maintain increased following distances.
“Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous,” warns the Weather Service advisory.
The fog is expected to gradually lift this evening, with conditions improving after 10 PM. However, patchy fog may persist in some low-lying areas overnight.
Drivers are encouraged to avoid unnecessary travel during peak fog hours and consider delaying trips until visibility improves. Those who must travel should use low-beam headlights and avoid using high beams, which can reflect off the fog and further reduce visibility.
