Dense Fog Advisory: Drive with Caution This Morning
Dense fog is expected this morning, October 12, from 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT, across multiple areas including Rapid City; drivers should use low beams, slow down, and increase following distance.
Day.News – Drivers in Harding, Butte, Northern Meade Co Plains, Northern Foothills, Rapid City, Pennington Co Plains, Sturgis/Piedmont Foothills, Southern Meade Co Plains, Southern Perkins, Western Crook, Wyoming Black Hills, and Northeastern Crook areas should prepare for rapidly changing visibility due to dense fog this morning, October 12.
The National Weather Service (NWS) Rapid City SD has issued a Special Weather Statement advising motorists that visibility may drop to near zero at times. This advisory is in effect from 6:00 AM MDT and is expected to expire at 8:00 AM MDT.
The NWS urges all drivers to use low beam headlights in foggy conditions, reduce speed, and maintain ample braking distance from other vehicles. These precautions are critical for ensuring safety during the affected hours.
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