In Indiana, Mercer, Venango, Forest, Lawrence, Butler, Clarion, Jefferson, Beaver, Armstrong, and Indiana counties, as well as Higher Elevations in Indiana, the National Weather Service released a report at 3:45 p.m. Friday predicting dense fog through 7 p.m.
“This evening, there will likely be severe fog in certain areas. In certain areas, visibility will be lowered to a quarter mile or less. When traveling, exercise cautious and keep an eye out for sudden changes in visibility. The weather service predicts that visibility will progressively improve through the early overnight.
Fog safety: Tips from the weather service for safe travels
The following safety precautions should be kept in mind if you must drive through fog:
Slow down:
Priority for visibility:
Steer clear of high beams:
Stay away:
Remain in your lane:
Strategy for zero visibility:
Absence of parking choices
Following these weather service guidelines will help you drive more safely in foggy conditions, lowering your chance of an accident and protecting your health.
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