Patchy Dense Fog to Impact Morning Commute in Northwest Georgia
Patchy dense fog will restrict visibility for drivers in Dade, Walker, Catoosa, Whitfield, Murray, Chattooga, Gordon, Floyd, Bartow, and Polk counties until after 10 AM today, October 12, 2026. Drive cautiously, use low-beam headlights, and leave extra space between vehicles.
Drivers in northwest Georgia are advised to slow down and use low-beam headlights this morning due to patchy dense fog. A Special Weather Statement issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Peachtree City GA indicates that visibility will be restricted to less than one-half of a mile in affected areas.
The alert is in effect for Dade, Walker, Catoosa, Whitfield, Murray, Chattooga, Gordon, Floyd, Bartow, and Polk counties. The dense fog is expected to lift after 10 AM EDT today, October 12, 2026.
If you are driving, the NWS urges you to reduce your speed, turn on low-beam headlights, and maintain extra distance between your vehicle and others. These precautions are crucial for safe travel during foggy conditions.
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