Millions Warned of Hazardous Driving Conditions Across Texas
The National Weather Service (NWS) has alerted several Texas counties about dense fog expected to persist until Thursday morning, significantly reducing visibility to less than a quarter mile in some areas.
Impact on Driving and Safety
The fog will create hazardous driving conditions, potentially affecting Thursday's morning commute. According to the Department of Transportation, low visibility from fog causes over 38,700 vehicle crashes annually.
NWS Safety Recommendations
- Slow down while driving.
- Use low beam headlights.
- Maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead.
- In extremely dense fog, turn on hazard lights and pull over safely.
- If stopped on the side of the road or hard shoulder, turn off all lights except hazards, engage the hand brake, and wait until fog clears.
Forecast and Advisory
The dense fog is expected to reduce visibility to a quarter mile or less from overnight Wednesday through Thursday morning.
“A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect for most of east Texas through 9 a.m. Thursday as patchy, dense fog will lead to reduced visibility overnight and on the morning commute into work and school.”
Drivers are strongly urged to exercise caution due to these dangerous conditions.
Author's summary: Dense fog across eastern Texas is causing dangerous driving conditions, prompting official safety warnings and urging drivers to take extra precautions during the morning commute.