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Dense Fog Advisory for Fairbanks Metro Area Until 1 PM Today

A Dense Fog Advisory has been issued for the Fairbanks Metro Area until 1 PM AKDT today, October 12, with visibility at one-quarter mile or less, prompting drivers to slow down and use headlights.

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10/12/2026 · Fairbanks edition

Drivers in the Fairbanks Metro Area are advised to slow down and use headlights due to a Dense Fog Advisory issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Fairbanks AK. The advisory is in effect until 1:00 PM AKDT today, October 12.

Visibility in the affected area is one-quarter mile or less due to dense fog. These conditions can make driving hazardous.

The NWS advises motorists to increase following distance from other vehicles. This advisory specifically impacts the Fairbanks Metro Area.

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