Meteorologists with Environment and Climate Change Canada say a Fog Advisory is in effect for the Rocky Mountain House – Caroline area.

Officials say patches of dense fog with near zero visibility will continue today.

It’s noted, however, that conditions may improve this afternoon, though areas of poor visibility are expected to linger throughout the day. Officials add that patches of dense fog are expected to return this evening in most areas.

Residents are reminded that visibility may be significantly and suddenly reduced to zero. This means travel is expected to be hazardous due to reduced visibility in some locations.

The Fog Advisory is in effect for:

• Brazeau Co. near Brazeau Dam

• Brazeau Co. near Cynthia and Lodgepole

• Clearwater Co. near Caroline and James River Bridge

• Clearwater Co. near Rocky Mtn House and Crimson Lake

• O’Chiese 203 Res. and Clearwater Co. near Sunchild Cree Res.

• Yellowhead Co. near Minnow and Wolf Lakes and Elk River

Officials say fog advisories are issued when near zero visibilities in fog are expected or occurring.

Click here for the latest update on the Fog Advisory.

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