Morning Fog Drops Visibility in Kendall, Broward

Dense Fog Advisory in Effect

A dense fog advisory is in effect for parts of South Florida Tuesday morning. Metro Broward County and inland Miami-Dade County are under the advisory until 8 a.m.

“With the humidity and light winds, [we get a] dense fog advisory,” NBC6 meteorologist Adam Berg said.

Fog Conditions

Fog captured in Weston on Feb. 4, 2025.

Visibility was down to 5 miles in Pembroke Pines, 6 miles in Homestead and 3 miles in Kendall at around 6:15 a.m. Normal visibility is 10 miles.

Affected Areas

Impacted areas in Broward include Pembroke Pines, Coral Springs, Miramar, Davie, Hollywood, and Sunrise, according to the National Weather Service.

Tips from the National Weather Service for Driving in Fog

• Drive with lights on low beam.
• Reduce speed. Allow for plenty of room between you and other cars.
• Avoid crossing traffic unless absolutely necessary.
• Listen for traffic you cannot see.
• Use wipers and defroster as necessary for maximum vision.
• Be patient! Don’t pass lines of traffic.
• Unless absolutely necessary, don’t stop on any freeway or other heavily traveled road.
• If your car is disabled or you can’t continue, pull well onto the shoulder and turn off lights. Move away from your vehicle.
• Consider postponing your trip until the fog clears.
• Be especially cautious in and near school zones. Watch for flashing yellow or red signals on school buses. Watch for children waiting for buses in the fog.
• Also, be aware that smoke from grass and forest fires along roadways can combine with fog to rapidly drop visibilities to zero.

Conclusion

The dense fog advisory is expected to continue until 8 a.m. Motorists are advised to exercise caution and follow the tips provided by the National Weather Service to ensure safe travel.

FAQs

Q: What areas are affected by the dense fog advisory?
A: Metro Broward County and inland Miami-Dade County are under the advisory until 8 a.m.

Q: What is the normal visibility in these areas?
A: Normal visibility is 10 miles.

Q: What should I do if my car is disabled or I can’t continue driving in the fog?
A: Pull well onto the shoulder and turn off lights. Move away from your vehicle.