Omaha, NE – Drivers across eastern Nebraska are being urged to use caution this morning as dense fog continues to reduce visibility, particularly during the early commute hours.
According to the National Weather Service Omaha/Valley, areas of dense fog are causing rapidly changing visibility conditions, with some locations experiencing sharply reduced sight distances. The fog is expected to improve gradually through the late morning, but a Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect until noon.
The advisory impacts much of eastern Nebraska, including the Omaha metro area, surrounding communities in Douglas and Sarpy counties, and stretches of Interstate 80, where transportation officials warn that visibility may suddenly drop without warning.
The Nebraska Department of Transportation advises motorists to slow down, increase following distance, and use low-beam headlights while traveling in foggy conditions. Officials also caution against using high beams, which can reflect off fog and further reduce visibility.
Weather officials say fog of this nature can be especially dangerous during peak travel times, as drivers may encounter clear conditions one moment and near-zero visibility the next. Law enforcement agencies typically see an increase in minor crashes during dense fog events due to reduced reaction time.
Conditions are expected to gradually improve as daytime heating helps dissipate the fog later this morning. No additional weather hazards are currently expected once the advisory expires, though drivers are encouraged to remain alert if fog redevelops in low-lying or rural areas.
📍 Affected areas: Omaha, eastern Nebraska, Douglas County, Sarpy County
🛣 Primary concern: I-80 and major surface roads
⏰ Advisory expires: Noon today
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