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Dense Fog Advisory: Drive with Caution Until 11 AM CDT

A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect for central North Dakota until 11 AM CDT, with visibility at one-quarter mile or less, making driving hazardous. Drivers should slow down and use headlights.

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09/25/2026 · Mandan edition

A Dense Fog Advisory has been issued for central North Dakota, including the James River Valley, effective immediately until 11:00 AM CDT /10:00 AM MDT/ this morning, September 25.

The National Weather Service (NWS) in Bismarck, ND, reports that visibility is one-quarter mile or less in dense fog. This condition is expected to make driving hazardous. The affected counties include Renville, Bottineau, Rolette, Mountrail, McHenry, Pierce, Mercer, Oliver, Sheridan, Wells, Foster, Burleigh, Kidder, Stutsman, Hettinger, Grant, Adams, Emmons, Logan, La Moure, McIntosh, Dickey, Northwest Ward, Central and Southern Ward/Minot Area, Western McLean, Eastern McLean, Western Morton, Eastern Morton, Western Sioux, and Eastern Sioux.

Drivers are advised to slow down, use headlights, and maintain plenty of distance from other vehicles. These precautions are crucial due to the significantly reduced visibility.

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