Jackson, Kentucky – Dense fog is creating dangerous driving conditions across eastern Kentucky early Wednesday, with visibility in some valleys dropping below a quarter mile.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, areas of valley fog began forming late Tuesday and will continue to expand overnight, peaking just before dawn Wednesday. Counties affected include Montgomery, Rowan, Estill, Powell, Laurel, and Floyd, among others. The fog is expected to clear a few hours after sunrise.
Motorists in cities like Morehead, Prestonsburg, and Barbourville should prepare for reduced visibility on morning commutes, especially on rural and low-lying roads. Conditions are worst between 4 a.m. and 9 a.m., and drivers are urged to use low-beam headlights, allow extra travel time, and slow down in fog-prone areas.
The fog results from clearing skies, calm winds, and moist valley air — a common summer pattern in Kentucky’s Appalachian foothills. This morning’s dense fog could become a daily concern through the weekend, with patchy fog expected again late Thursday and early Friday.
No active alerts are expected after 9 a.m., but spotter reports are welcomed. Stay tuned for further advisories as the weekend brings potential thunderstorms.
🔹 5-Day Bullet Forecast for Jackson, KY:
- Wednesday: Dense fog until 9 a.m., then sunny. High: 85°F
- Thursday: Patchy fog early, then sunny. High: 88°F
- Friday (July 4): Fog early, then sunny and hot. High: 91°F
- Saturday: Patchy fog early, then mostly sunny. High: 93°F
- Sunday: Hot and sunny. High: 93°F
