Dense Fog Advisory Issued Thursday For Chicago Area

Drivers across the Chicago area should be careful while out and about Thursday as a dense fog advisory has been issued.

The advisory covers counties across the Chicago area, and will remain in affect until noon for McHenry, Kane, Kendall, Grundy, Kankakee and parts of Will County. The advisory is in effect through 3 p.m. for Cook, DuPage and Lake counties.

According to the National Weather Service, visibility may drop to one-quarter mile or less in some areas, creating hazardous driving conditions.

Safety tips for drivers include:

• Slow down and drive cautiously.
• Use headlights, even during the daytime.
• Leave extra space between vehicles to allow for safe stopping.

Motorists are encouraged to check road conditions before heading out and allow extra travel time if necessary. You can also check the National Weather Service for more updates.