A Dense Fog Advisory remains 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 1:10 AM and expects the dangerous conditions to persist until 10:00 AM today. The thick fog is impacting Kent and Sussex counties in Delaware, including Delaware’s beaches, as well as portions of the Eastern Shore including Caroline County in Maryland.
The advisory also extends into southern New Jersey, affecting Salem, Gloucester, Camden, Ocean, Cumberland, Atlantic, and Cape May counties, including coastal areas.
Drivers across the region are experiencing severely reduced visibility, making morning commutes particularly treacherous. Local law enforcement agencies are urging extreme caution on all roadways.
If you must travel this morning, the National Weather Service recommends slowing down significantly, using your headlights even during daylight hours, and maintaining extra distance between vehicles. Avoid using high beams, which can reflect off the fog and actually reduce visibility further.
Conditions should gradually improve throughout the morning as temperatures rise and winds increase. Commuters should check local traffic reports and consider delaying non-essential travel until the fog lifts completely around mid-morning.
