Jackson, MS – Drivers across parts of southern Mississippi could face hazardous travel conditions tonight as patchy fog develops and lingers into Monday morning, reducing visibility on key roadways, including Highway 84.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, patchy fog is expected to form overnight Sunday and persist through early Monday, with visibility dropping to between one-half mile and as low as one-quarter mile in some areas. The fog threat is categorized as limited (Level 1) but may still pose dangers for early-morning commuters.
The affected area includes communities along and south of the Highway 84 corridor, spanning portions of south-central and southeastern Mississippi. Cities including Brookhaven, Laurel, and surrounding rural highways may see the most noticeable impacts.
Forecasters say the fog could be especially dense in low-lying areas and near open fields, where moisture becomes trapped overnight. The advisory remains in effect through 9 a.m. Monday, when improving daylight conditions are expected to gradually increase visibility.
Drivers are urged to take precautions if traveling overnight or early Monday morning. Safety guidance from the National Weather Service includes using low-beam headlights, allowing extra distance between vehicles, and planning for longer-than-usual travel times. Sudden visibility drops are possible, particularly on less-traveled roads.
Transportation officials also remind drivers to slow down and avoid using high-beam headlights in fog, which can reflect light and further reduce visibility.
Residents traveling early Monday are encouraged to check local conditions before leaving and remain alert for changing visibility along their route.
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