Duluth, MN – Dense fog is causing hazardous travel conditions across northeast Minnesota, northwest Wisconsin, and western Lake Superior this morning, with advisories in effect until late morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Duluth, widespread dense fog is expected to gradually clear through late Thursday morning, with visibility of one-quarter mile or less creating risks for commuters. The advisory covers all of northern Minnesota and surrounding areas. Motorists are urged to use caution, as visibility will slowly improve between 7 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Marine fog advisories are also in place for western Lake Superior, where visibility may fall to one nautical mile or less. The fog is expected to gradually lift between late morning and early afternoon, according to forecasters.
The weather service noted that while conditions will improve by midday, another round of dense fog could return tonight. Travelers and boaters are encouraged to monitor updates and plan accordingly.
Drivers are advised to allow extra travel time, use low-beam headlights, and avoid sudden stops when navigating foggy stretches. Boaters should take additional caution until conditions clear.
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