Fort Wayne, Indiana – Drivers across northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio may face a slow and hazardous commute early Thursday as dense fog continues to reduce visibility in several counties near the state line. In some areas, visibility dropped to as low as a quarter-mile just after sunrise.
According to the National Weather Service in Northern Indiana, the fog developed overnight and has been especially patchy, with visibility varying drastically from block to block. Counties impacted include Allen, DeKalb, and Steuben in Indiana, and Defiance, Paulding, and Allen in Ohio. The fog is expected to lift by 9 a.m. EDT as temperatures rise.
Motorists on U.S. 30, I-469, and rural highways should use caution, reduce speed, and avoid high-beam headlights, which can worsen glare in foggy conditions. The fog may also impact school transportation and early commercial deliveries in rural zones like Lagrange, Decatur, and Van Wert.
This is not a formal advisory-level event, but visibility drops could still lead to unexpected travel delays or increased accident risks, especially on open roadways. Drivers are encouraged to allow extra time and remain alert for sudden changes in visibility.
