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Dense Fog Advisory for Cottonwood County: Drive with Caution

A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect for Cottonwood County until 10:00 AM CDT, with visibility potentially dropping to one-quarter mile or less, making driving hazardous.

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10/12/2026 · Cottonwood County edition

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A Dense Fog Advisory has been issued for Cottonwood County until 10:00 AM CDT today, October 12, 2026. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Sioux Falls, SD, reports that visibility may be reduced to one-quarter mile or less at times due to dense fog.

This advisory, effective from 6:12 AM CDT this morning, warns that low visibility could create hazardous driving conditions throughout the affected area.

Drivers are advised to slow down, use their headlights, and maintain a safe following distance. The advisory is set to expire at 10:00 AM CDT.

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