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Dense Fog Advisory Issued for Greenup, Carter, Boyd, and Surrounding Counties

Drivers in Greenup, Carter, Boyd, and surrounding counties should use caution due to dense fog, with visibility below half a mile, according to a National Weather Service advisory valid until 8:45 AM EDT today.

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09/25/2026 · Ripley edition

Drivers in Greenup, Carter, Boyd, and surrounding counties should exercise extreme caution this morning due to areas of dense fog. The National Weather Service in Charleston, WV, has issued a Special Weather Statement effective until 8:45 AM EDT today, September 25, 2026. Visibility may be reduced to below half a mile in some locations, particularly in valleys.

Motorists are advised to be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. It is crucial to allow for greater distances between vehicles and not assume the road ahead is unobstructed. Use low beam headlights and allow more time to reach your destination safely. This advisory applies to Greenup, Carter, Boyd, Lawrence, Dickenson, Buchanan, Wayne, Cabell, Jackson, Lincoln, Putnam, Kanawha, Roane, Calhoun, Mingo, Logan, Boone, Clay, Braxton, Gilmer, McDowell, Wyoming, Northwest Raleigh, Northwest Fayette, Northwest Nicholas, and Northwest Webster counties.

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