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Freezing Fog Advisory: Drive Safely, Visibility Decreased

1/12/2026

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The Freezing Fog Advisory covers the Rogue, Applegate, and Illinois valleys in Jackson and Josephine counties from 2 AM to 11 AM PST Monday.
Stagnant air will trap pollutants, reducing visibility to a quarter mile or less.
Outdoor burning is likely prohibited due to poor ventilation.
Drivers should slow down, use headlights, and keep safe distances.
Early morning may bring dense or freezing fog, with poor atmospheric mixing all week.

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Story summary

The Freezing Fog Advisory covers the Rogue, Applegate, and Illinois valleys in Jackson and Josephine counties from 2 AM to 11 AM PST Monday.
Stagnant air will trap pollutants, reducing visibility to a quarter mile or less.
Outdoor burning is likely prohibited due to poor ventilation.
Drivers should slow down, use headlights, and keep safe distances.
Early morning may bring dense or freezing fog, with poor atmospheric mixing all week.