Freezing fog is expected to create hazardous driving conditions across North and Central Texas early Wednesday, impacting major roadways during the morning commute.
According to the National Weather Service Fort Worth office, a Freezing Fog Advisory is in effect from 3 a.m. to 9 a.m. Wednesday for a large portion of the region, including the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex, extending south toward Waco and Killeen and north toward Graham and Sherman. Visibilities may drop to 3 miles or less, with some areas experiencing denser fog.
Temperatures near or below freezing will allow fog droplets to freeze on contact, creating slick spots on roads, bridges, and overpasses. Forecasters warn that patches of ice may be difficult or impossible to see while driving, increasing the risk of crashes during early morning travel.
Roadways expected to be impacted include I-35, I-20, I-30, and surrounding state highways, particularly in low-lying areas and locations with limited air movement. Drivers traveling through the Metroplex before sunrise may encounter rapidly changing visibility over short distances.
The National Weather Service advises motorists to use low-beam headlights, slow down, and leave extra distance between vehicles. Bridges and elevated roadways are especially susceptible to icing during freezing fog events. Those who can delay travel until later in the morning may find improving conditions as temperatures rise and fog dissipates.
In addition to driving hazards, slick sidewalks and untreated surfaces may pose risks for pedestrians during the advisory period. Residents are encouraged to take caution when walking outdoors early Wednesday.
Conditions are expected to gradually improve after mid-morning as temperatures warm above freezing. No additional precipitation is expected immediately following the advisory, though isolated slick spots may linger in shaded areas.
Drivers should continue to monitor updates from the National Weather Service and local transportation officials before heading out Wednesday morning.
