Virginia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 09/12/2026 05:49

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued September 12 at 8:49AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
September 12, 2026 - 5:49am
Expires: 
September 12, 2026 - 9:00am
Description: 
Localized very dense fog has developed along the northern and central Virginia Blue Ridge Mountains. This affects Interstate 64 at Afton Mountain, and Highway 211 at Thornton Gap. Motorists should use extreme caution when driving through this area this morning. Reduce speed, leave extra travel time and following distance, and use low beam headlights.
Area Description: 
Northern Virginia Blue Ridge; Central Virginia Blue Ridge
Forcast Office: 
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov