Dense fog review affecting the coast of the Comté d’Orange Friday – visibility as low as 1/4 mile – Orange County Register

At 11:09 p.m. Thursday, the National Weather Service published a dense fog notice valid for Friday April 11 between 2 a.m. and 9 a.m. for the Coast of Orange.

The NWS San Diego CA declares that it is ready for “visibility of a quarter of a mile or less in dense fog”.

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

NWS guidance to navigate the misty conditions

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 fog driving becomes inevitable, do not forget these safety guidelines:

Reduce speed:

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

Visibility is important:

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

Avoid high beams:

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

Keep a safety distance:

Maintain a next distance to take into account sudden stops or 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 case of visibility close to zero due to dense fog, launch your risk lights and locate a secure place, such as a nearby commercial parking, 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 navigate in misty conditions with greater security, mitigate the risk of accidents and prioritize your well-being.

Originally published: April 10, 2025 at 11:14 p.m.