A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect across much of the Delmarva Peninsula this morning, with visibility dropping to just one-quarter mile or less in some areas.
The National Weather Service issued the advisory at 4:00 AM, warning drivers to expect hazardous conditions until 10:00 AM today. The thick fog is impacting inland Sussex County and Delaware beaches, creating particularly dangerous conditions for the morning commute.
Southern Delaware and portions of central and southern New Jersey are experiencing the worst visibility, with the dense fog making it difficult to see beyond a few hundred feet in many locations.
Authorities are urging extreme caution for anyone who must travel this morning. Drivers should slow down significantly, use headlights, and maintain extra distance between vehicles. The reduced visibility has already created challenging conditions on major roadways throughout the region.
‘This is not the morning to be in a hurry,’ said local transportation officials, emphasizing that even familiar routes can become dangerous in these conditions.
The fog is expected to gradually lift as temperatures rise throughout the morning, with conditions improving by mid-morning. The advisory expires at 10:00 AM, but drivers should remain cautious even as visibility begins to improve.
