Hanford, CA – Dense fog across California’s San Joaquin Valley is creating hazardous travel conditions today, prompting a Dense Fog Advisory that remains in effect until noon Thursday. Drivers along Highway 99 and Interstate 5 are urged to exercise caution as visibility could drop to near zero in some areas.
According to the National Weather Service, the advisory covers counties from Merced to Kern, affecting major corridors east of Interstate 5. Visibility is expected to remain a quarter mile or less during the early morning hours. Motorists should slow down, use low-beam headlights, and maintain extra distance between vehicles. Travel delays are likely, especially for commuters and freight trucks.
Looking Ahead:
Foggy conditions are forecasted to return Friday morning, tapering off by midday as skies clear and temperatures climb to the low 60s. Saturday will bring areas of patchy morning fog followed by sunny skies with highs reaching 62°F. Calm winds will persist, making for pleasant daytime conditions through the weekend.
Sunday is expected to remain mostly sunny with temperatures near 60°F, but patchy fog could linger in the morning hours. By Monday, skies will clear further, setting up a dry and sunny start to the workweek with highs in the upper 50s.
Travelers should remain vigilant for low visibility while enjoying improving conditions into the weekend. Stay tuned for updated weather reports as fog patterns evolve.
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