Update: Dense fog advisory issued for Oregon until noon Tuesday

Monday at 11:13 p.m., an updated Dense Fog Advisory was issued by the National Weather Service, in effect until 11 a.m. Tuesday for coastal Clatsop County, coastal Tillamook County, Central Coast of Oregon, the Northern Oregon Coast Range Lowlands, and the Central Oregon Coast Range. Lowlands, Lower Columbia River, Tualatin Valley, Inner Portland Metro, Outer Southeast Portland Metro, West Central Willamette Valley, and East Central Willamette Valley.

The weather service says: “Areas of fog, with visibility falling to a quarter mile or less in dense fog.”

“Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous,” the weather service said. “If you are driving, slow down and leave a large distance ahead. Pedestrians and cyclists should wear bright or reflective clothing to increase the chance of being seen by others in poor visibility conditions.”

Fog safety: tips from the weather service for safe travel

If a dense fog advisory is issued for your area, it means that widespread, dense fog has developed and visibility often drops to only a quarter mile or less. These conditions can make driving difficult, so use extreme caution on the road and, if possible, consider delaying your trip.

If driving in fog becomes unavoidable, remember these safety precautions:

Moderate your speed:

Slow down and allow extra travel time to reach your destination safely.

Visibility matters:

Make sure your vehicle is visible to others by using low beam headlights, which also activate your taillights. If available, use your fog lights.

Avoid high beams:

Avoid using high beams, as they create glare, making it more difficult to see what is ahead of you on the road.

Maintain safe spaces:

Maintain a generous following distance to account for sudden stops or changes in traffic.

Stay in your lane:

To ensure you stay in the correct lane, use the road’s lane markings as a guide.

Zero Visibility Protocol:

In situations with near-zero visibility due to dense fog, activate your hazard lights and look for a safe place, such as a nearby business parking lot, to pull over and stop.

No parking possibility:

If there is no parking lot or driveway to park in, park your vehicle as far to the side of the road as possible. Once you are stopped, turn off all lights except the hazard lights, apply the emergency brake, and remove your foot from the brake pedal to make sure the tail lights are not on so that the others drivers do not collide by mistake. You.

By adhering to these recommendations from the weather service, you will be able to navigate in safer foggy conditions, reducing the risk of accidents and ensuring your well-being.

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