Prepare for dense fog in Eastern North Carolina Friday morning

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A report from the NWS Newport/Morehead City NC was issued on Friday at 6:49 a.m. for dense fog until 9 a.m. The alert is for Martin, Pitt and Greene counties.

"Patchy dense fog has developed across parts of Pitt, Martin, and Greene counties early this morning. Visibilities may fall as low as one quarter to one half of a mile through around 8 am this morning. This will impact the Highway 64, Highway 17, and Highway 264 corridors. Motorists are urged to slow down, use low beam headlights, and allow extra following distance," explains the NWS.

This alert is in effect until 9 a.m.

Navigating fog: Safety tips by the NWS

If you must drive in foggy conditions, keep the following safety tips in mind:

Moderate your speed:

• Slow down and allocate extra travel time to reach your destination safely.

Visibility matters:

• Ensure your vehicle is visible to others by using low-beam headlights, which also activate your taillights. If you have fog lights, use them.

Avoid high-beams:

• Refrain from using high-beam headlights, as they create glare that impairs your visibility on the road.

Keep your distance:

• Keep a considerable following distance to account for sudden stops or shifts in traffic patterns.

Stay in your lane:

• Use the road's lane markings as a guide to staying in the correct lane.

Zero visibility protocol:

• In extremely dense fog where visibility is near zero, the best course of action is to first turn on your hazard lights, then simply pull into a safe location such as a parking lot of a local business, and stop.

No parking options:

• If no designated parking area is available, pull your vehicle as far off the road as possible. Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights remain unlit, minimizing the chance of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.

By adhering to these recommendations from the NWS, you can navigate foggy conditions with greater safety, mitigating the risk of accidents and prioritizing your well-being.

Source: The National Weather Service

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This story was originally published May 8, 2026 at 6:54 AM.