The National Weather Service has issued a weather alert for patchy fog in Norfolk, Suffolk, Bristol, and Plymouth counties in Massachusetts. The fog is expected to continue until 7 a.m. Motorists should be prepared for sudden changes in visibility and use low-beam headlights.
According to the weather service, satellite, webcams, and weather observations indicate patchy fog having developed near the I-95 corridor in Rhode Island and portions of eastern and southeastern Massachusetts. Morning commuters should be prepared to encounter sudden changes in visibility, as low as one-quarter mile at times. Fog is expected to dissipate by 7 a.m. this morning.
The weather service advises drivers to use low-beam headlights if travelling through foggy areas and allow extra space between you and the vehicle in front of you. If you must venture out in foggy conditions, keep these safety tips from the weather service in mind:
* Reduce speed
* Visibility priority
* Avoid high-beams
* Maintain safe gaps
* Stay in your lane
* Zero visibility protocol
* Limited parking options
By adhering to these weather service precautions, you can navigate foggy conditions more safely, reducing the likelihood of accidents and ensuring your personal safety.
