An updated report was issued from the National Weather Service on Thursday at 4:29 a.m. for fog until 8 a.m. for Yuma, Kit Carson and Cheyenne counties.

“A corridor of dense freezing fog is ongoing along and west of a St. Francis to Tribune, Kansas line. The thickest fog with some light ice accumulation potential has been across Sherman, Wallace and Greeley counties. Zero visibility has been reported south of Tribune in freezing fog and less than one mile in Goodland. The National Weather Service office in Goodland measured 0.02 inches of ice from freezing fog and a period of freezing drizzle earlier leading to very slick sidewalks and elevated surfaces. Be prepared for slick surfaces and use extra caution for the morning commute to work or school this morning,” states the NWS.

Guidance from the NWS for navigating foggy conditions

If you need to drive through fog, remember these safety guidelines:

Moderate your speed:

• Slow down and allow extra travel time to reach your destination safely.

Visibility priority:

• Ensure your vehicle is visible to others by using low-beam headlights, which automatically activate your taillights. Utilize fog lights if your vehicle is equipped with them.

Avoid high-beams:

• Refrain from using high-beam headlights, as they create glare that impairs your visibility on the road.

Keep a safe distance:

• Maintain a generous following distance to account for abrupt stops or shifting traffic patterns.

Stay in your lane:

• Use the road’s lane markings as a guide to remaining in the correct lane.

Zero visibility protocol:

• In extremely dense fog where visibility is near zero, the best course of action is to first turn on your hazard lights, then simply pull into a safe location such as a parking lot of a local business, and stop.

Limited parking options:

• If no designated parking area is available, pull your vehicle as far off the road as possible. Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights remain unlit, minimizing the chance of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.

By adhering to these recommendations from the NWS, you can navigate foggy conditions more safely, reducing the risk of accidents and ensuring your well-being.

Source: The National Weather Service