If you’re heading out early today, take it slow—dense fog is covering roads across Southeast Texas, making it tough to see and even tougher to drive. The National Weather Service has issued a Dense Fog Advisory until 9 AM CST, and in some areas, visibility is less than a quarter-mile.
That means traffic lights, intersections, and even other cars could sneak up on you before you have time to react. If you can, wait until conditions improve before hitting the road. If you can’t, be extra careful and follow these safety tips.
Just How Bad is This Fog?
This isn’t your usual morning haze—it’s thick, heavy fog that could make your morning commute feel like you’re driving through a cloud. If you’re on the road, you might not see stop signs, turns, or even other cars until you’re dangerously close.
Where’s the worst of it?
The advisory includes a big chunk of Southeast Texas, including:
- Houston, Montgomery, Fort Bend, Galveston, Brazoria, and Wharton Counties
- Matagorda, Chambers, Polk, Walker, and Jackson Counties
- Some inland areas are also seeing thick patches of fog
How long will it last?
- The advisory is in effect until 9 AM, but some areas—especially along the coast—could see fog stick around through late morning.
How bad is visibility?
- In some places, it’s near zero, meaning you might not see another car until you’re practically bumper-to-bumper.
If You’re Driving, Keep These Safety Tips in Mind
If you have to be on the road, take your time and drive smart.
Slow down! The less you can see, the more time you’ll need to react.
Use low-beam headlights. High beams reflect off the fog and make things worse.
Leave plenty of space between you and the car in front. Sudden stops are more likely in low visibility.
Stay focused! No texting, no fiddling with the radio—just eyes on the road.
If it’s too foggy to see, pull over somewhere safe and wait for it to lift.
Bottom line: Don’t rush it. Better to arrive late than not at all.
What’s Next? A Cold Front is Moving In!
Once the fog clears, Southeast Texas isn’t out of the woods yet. A cold front is on the way, and it could bring some stormy weather.
Saturday (March 9)
Afternoon storms are possible, with gusty winds and small hail being the biggest concerns.
A Level 1 (marginal) risk for severe weather is in place, so stay weather-aware.
Sunday (March 10)
The fog will be gone, but it could still be breezy throughout the morning.
If you’ve got outdoor plans, keep an eye on the forecast—things could change quickly.
