Dense fog advice in place for the Coast of the County of Orange and the coastal areas of the County of San Diego until Thursday morning – Orange County Register

The coastal areas of the County of Orange County and the County of San Diego are included in a dense fog opinion published by the National Weather Service Thursday at 2:14, the Council is in force until 9 a.m.

The NWS San Diego CA declares to prepare for “visibility of a quarter of a mile or less in the dense fog”.

“Low visibility could make driving conditions dangerous,” said the NWS. “If you drive, slow down, use your headlights and leave a lot of distance in front of you.”

Fog security: NWS advice for safe trips

When a dense fog opinion is issued for your region, this means that a general dense fog has developed and that visibility can drop to a quarter of a mile or less. These conditions pose challenges for travel, so get additional caution on the road or plan to postpone your trip if possible.

If you have to venture into misty conditions, keep in mind these NWS security tips:

Reduce speed:

Slow down and allocate additional time to your trip to reach your destination safely.

Visibility priority:

Make sure your vehicle is visible for others using low beam headlights, which also activate your rear lights. If available, use your fog lights.

Avoid high beams:

Avoid using high beam headlights, as they create a shine that alters your visibility on the road.

Keep a safety distance:

Keep the next distance to take into account sudden stops or changes in traffic models.

Stay in your way:

To make sure you are staying on the right track, use roadside brands as a guide.

Zero visibility protocol:

In situations of almost zero visibility due to dense fog, activate your risk lights and look for a secure location, such as the parking lot of a nearby company, to stop and stop.

Limited parking options:

If no designated parking is available, pull your vehicle as far from the road. Once stationary, deactivate all the lights with the exception of danger indicators, engage the emergency brake and release the brake pedal to make sure that your rear lights are not illuminated, which reduces the risk that other drivers collide with your stationary vehicle.

By joining these NWS recommendations, you can sail more safely, reducing the risk of accidents and ensuring your well-being.

Originally published: April 10, 2025 at 2:16 a.m.