Lake Charles, Louisiana – Drivers across southwest Louisiana and southeast Texas could face near-zero visibility within hours as dense fog rapidly develops late tonight, threatening the Thursday morning commute.
According to the National Weather Service in Lake Charles, visibility may drop to a quarter mile or less starting at 11 p.m. Wednesday and lasting until 10 a.m. Thursday. The advisory covers a wide region including Lake Charles, Lafayette, Alexandria, Beaumont, and Port Arthur.
Major corridors like I-10, I-210, and US-90 are at highest risk for sudden visibility drops, especially near waterways and low-lying areas. In cities like Lafayette and New Iberia, early morning commuters could encounter sharply reduced sight distances, increasing the risk of crashes during peak travel hours.
Coastal communities from Cameron to Intracoastal City may see the densest fog, where moist air and calm winds allow thick layers to settle overnight. Bridges and overpasses could become particularly hazardous before sunrise.
Drivers are urged to slow down, use low-beam headlights, and leave extra distance between vehicles. Avoid sudden stops, and consider delaying travel until visibility improves after mid-morning.
Conditions should gradually improve after 10 a.m. Thursday as fog lifts, but additional advisories may be issued if moisture lingers into Friday morning.
