Springfield, MO – Drivers across parts of southern Missouri should prepare for hazardous travel conditions late tonight into Saturday morning as areas of dense fog develop, especially east of Highway 65.
According to the National Weather Service in Springfield, fog is expected to form overnight and persist into early Saturday, with visibility at times dropping below one-half mile. The greatest impacts are expected in areas east of Highway 65, including rural roadways and low-lying areas.
The fog could develop quickly and vary from patchy to locally dense, creating sudden reductions in visibility for early-morning commuters. Motorists traveling before mid-morning Saturday should be prepared for changing conditions, particularly along highways, county roads, and near rivers and valleys.
The National Weather Service advises drivers to slow down, use low-beam headlights, and leave extra distance between vehicles when traveling through fog. High-beam headlights can reduce visibility in foggy conditions and are not recommended.
No formal Dense Fog Advisory has been issued as of Friday afternoon, but forecasters note conditions could deteriorate rapidly overnight depending on temperature and moisture levels.
Visibility is expected to gradually improve later Saturday morning as fog lifts, though some areas may see lingering haze into the late morning hours.
Drivers are encouraged to check local road conditions before heading out and allow extra travel time if driving early Saturday.
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