Dense Fog Advisory for Valleys: Drive with Caution This Morning
A Special Weather Statement has been issued for dense fog in Eastern Kentucky valleys this morning, reducing visibility and requiring drivers to exercise extreme caution until 9:30 AM EDT.
Drivers in Eastern Kentucky are advised to exercise extreme caution this morning due to developing dense fog in valley areas. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Jackson, KY, issued a Special Weather Statement at 4:58 AM EDT, effective until 9:30 AM EDT today, September 27, 2026.
Mostly clear skies and light winds have contributed to the formation of fog, particularly along rivers, larger creeks, and area lakes. Visibility in these locations may be reduced to a quarter of a mile or less, posing hazardous driving conditions.
Affected counties include Fleming, Montgomery, Bath, Rowan, Estill, Powell, Menifee, Rockcastle, Jackson, Pulaski, Laurel, Wayne, McCreary, Whitley, Knox, Bell, Harlan, Elliott, Morgan, Johnson, Wolfe, Magoffin, Floyd, Lee, Breathitt, Knott, Owsley, Perry, Clay, Leslie, Letcher, Martin, and Pike.
The NWS strongly advises all travelers to slow down and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Allow ample room between your vehicle and others, use low beam headlights, and allocate extra time to reach your destination safely.
Discussion (0)
Join the Conversation
Join the conversation
Sign in to share your thoughts, reply to readers, and like comments.
No comments yet. Be the first to comment!