Grapevine, CA – Drivers moving through the I-5 corridor at the base of the Grapevine are facing dense fog and sharply reduced visibility today, prompting the California Highway Patrol (CHP) Fort Tejon office to issue a safety reminder for morning and afternoon commuters.
According to CHP officials, fog continues to linger along the lower stretches of the pass, creating conditions that can quickly become dangerous for motorists traveling at high speeds. The agency is urging drivers to slow down, allow extra travel time, and maintain a safe following distance as visibility fluctuates.
CHP noted that using low-beam—not high-beam—headlights is essential when driving in fog. Bright or high beams can reflect off the moisture in the air, further reducing visibility. Drivers are also advised to avoid abrupt lane changes and to remain patient while moving through congested stretches of roadway.
The agency warned that aggressive driving in foggy conditions significantly increases the risk of collisions. “Driving at high rates of speed and aggressively in foggy conditions could lead to being involved in a crash,” CHP said in its advisory.
Motorists planning to travel between Kern County, Los Angeles County, and surrounding Southern California regions should expect slower conditions and possible delays, especially during peak commute hours. CHP encourages all travelers to buckle up and “drive to arrive,” emphasizing that reduced speeds are necessary for safety when fog is present along the pass.
Conditions may vary throughout the day as temperatures shift, but drivers are encouraged to stay alert and use caution until visibility improves.
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