Huntsville, Alabama – Drivers across northeast Alabama and southern Middle Tennessee should brace for dangerous travel early this morning as dense fog has settled into valleys and areas near rivers and lakes, slashing visibility to a quarter mile or less.
According to the National Weather Service in Huntsville, a Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect through 9 a.m. for Jackson, DeKalb, and Marshall counties in Alabama, and Franklin County in Tennessee. Visibility in these areas has dropped significantly, especially in low-lying regions and along bodies of water, raising the risk of collisions on rural roads and highways.
Residents in Huntsville, Fort Payne, and Stevenson should allow extra time for their morning commute. Motorists are urged to use low-beam headlights, reduce speed, and leave more room between vehicles. If possible, consider delaying travel until after the advisory expires.
Dense fog like this is common in summer mornings when humid air cools overnight — but it can catch drivers off guard. This advisory is the first for July in the region and may not be the last.
⚠️ Fog-related driving hazards may persist after 9 a.m. in some shaded or low-lying areas. More updates will follow if conditions worsen.
