A Slippery Start Ahead: If you’ve got plans to hit the road Friday morning, think twice before grabbing your keys without checking the conditions. Freezing rain is expected to coat roads, bridges, and overpasses in a slick layer of ice, just in time to make the morning commute dangerously unpredictable. On top of that, dense fog will blanket much of the state, limiting visibility and making it even harder to navigate safely.
Who’s Affected and When: Northern Indiana, including cities like Fort Wayne, falls under a Winter Weather Advisory until 10:00 AM EST Friday. Meanwhile, a Dense Fog Advisory will grip central and western parts of the state, making visibility drop to near zero in some areas. If you’re in Indianapolis or nearby, the fog could be thick enough to feel like driving with a blindfold on.
Drive with Caution: This is no ordinary drizzle. Temperatures hovering near freezing mean even light rain can turn into black ice—an invisible hazard that can catch even the most experienced drivers off guard. Combine that with foggy conditions, and you’ve got a recipe for potential traffic snarls and fender-benders. If you have to drive, go slow, give yourself extra stopping distance, and be on the lookout for patches of ice where you least expect them. If you can wait it out until later in the day, even better.
Today’s Forecast Snapshot:
- Indianapolis: Drizzle, 37°F (3°C) this morning, turning cloudy later with a high of 39°F (4°C).
- Friday Night: Expect temperatures to hover around freezing, so icy spots could stick around.
Stay alert, stay safe, and keep checking the latest local updates. With a mix of ice and fog, tomorrow’s commute isn’t just about getting from Point A to Point B—it’s about making sure you get there in one piece.
