Houston, TX – A dense fog advisory is in effect for Galveston Bay until 6 a.m. CST Thursday, significantly reducing visibility for boaters and marine traffic in the area.
According to the National Weather Service in Houston/Galveston, dense fog will limit visibility to one nautical mile or less at times. The advisory, issued late Wednesday night, warns that navigation could become hazardous due to the low visibility.
Mariners in the affected area are urged to proceed with caution. Officials recommend using proper fog signals, keeping running lights on, and relying on radar and a compass to navigate safely through the dense conditions.
The fog is expected to persist through the overnight hours before gradually improving Thursday morning as atmospheric conditions change.
This advisory follows a pattern of recent fog-related warnings along the Texas Gulf Coast, where temperature fluctuations and high humidity contribute to frequent marine visibility issues.
For those planning to be on the water, staying updated with the latest forecasts and advisories from the National Weather Service is essential to ensuring safe travel. Boaters should consider delaying departures until visibility improves.
Updates will be provided as conditions change.
