The National Weather Service issued a dense fog advisory for parts of Central West Florida early Sunday morning. The advisory remains in effect until 9 a.m. and includes areas such as Inland Levy, Polk, Citrus, Hernando, Pasco, and Hillsborough counties.
Visibility may drop to as low as one-quarter of a mile in some locations, creating hazardous driving conditions.
Residents and travelers are urged to drive with caution, use low-beam headlights, and allow extra time for morning commutes. The fog is expected to gradually lift later in the morning as temperatures rise.
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Thick morning fog has prompted an advisory across Central West Florida, with visibility dropping sharply before improving later Sunday morning.