Dense Fog Advisory Issued Across Ohio

National Weather Service warns of hazardous driving conditions due to poor visibility and potential icy spots.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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The National Weather Service has issued a dense fog advisory for nearly all of Ohio on Monday morning, February 16th. The advisory is in effect until 11 a.m. and warns that the dense fog could reduce visibility to a quarter mile or less, making travel hazardous. With temperatures near freezing, the fog could also create icy conditions on some bridges and overpasses.

Why it matters

Dense fog can significantly impair visibility, increasing the risk of accidents on the roads. This is especially dangerous during the morning commute when many people are traveling to work. The potential for icy conditions on bridges and overpasses adds an additional safety concern that drivers need to be aware of.

The details

According to the National Weather Service, a dense fog advisory is issued when widespread dense fog develops, usually reducing visibility to a quarter mile or less. The fog makes travel difficult, leading the NWS to advise extra caution when on the road, or to avoid driving if possible. With temperatures near or below freezing, the fog could also create freezing fog, where the tiny liquid droplets of fog can freeze to surfaces including cars and roads, creating slick conditions.

  • The dense fog advisory is in effect until 11 a.m. on Monday, February 16th, 2026.

The players

National Weather Service

The National Weather Service is a government agency that is part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). It is responsible for issuing weather forecasts and warnings, including dense fog advisories.

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What’s next

The dense fog is expected to dissipate through the mid to late morning hours on Monday.

The takeaway

Drivers in Ohio should exercise extra caution during their morning commute due to the dense fog and potential icy conditions on bridges and overpasses. It's best to slow down, use headlights, and leave plenty of space between vehicles to safely navigate the hazardous weather conditions.