Dense Fog Advisory: Quarter-Mile Visibility Expected Overnight Across Delmarva

Dense fog will reduce visibility to a quarter mile or less across Delmarva from midnight tonight through 10 AM Tuesday, creating hazardous driving conditions.

Drivers across the Delmarva Peninsula should prepare for hazardous conditions overnight as the National Weather Service has issued a Dense Fog Advisory effective from midnight tonight through 10:00 AM Tuesday morning. Visibility could drop to just one quarter mile or less in dense fog, creating dangerous driving conditions throughout the region. The advisory affects Kent and Inland Sussex Counties in Delaware, along with Talbot County in Maryland. Several New Jersey counties are also under the advisory, including Western Monmouth, Atlantic, Cumberland, Ocean, and Southeastern Burlington. The thick fog is expected to develop after midnight and persist through the Tuesday morning commute, potentially causing significant delays for travelers. Motorists are strongly advised to slow down, use headlights, and maintain extra distance between vehicles when driving in these conditions. If visibility becomes extremely limited, drivers should consider pulling over safely until conditions improve. The Dense Fog Advisory was issued by the National Weather Service Mount Holly office at 7:33 PM Monday evening and will remain in effect until 10:00 AM Tuesday. Commuters should allow extra travel time and stay updated on changing conditions throughout the night and early morning hours.

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