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Fog Advisory Leads to Road Hazards in Alberta

A fog advisory was issued for a significant area of Alberta on Sunday due to hazardous driving conditions. Visibility was reported to be near-zero in certain regions, impacting travel from Slave Lake to Brooks. The advisory was in effect from early morning until Sunday afternoon.

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On Sunday, Environment Canada issued a fog advisory impacting a vast area of Alberta, with conditions described as hazardous for drivers. The advisory highlighted periods of near-zero visibility, particularly affecting driving along the Sherwood Park Freeway. Reports indicate that the fog caused challenges for motorists across a wide stretch from Slave Lake in the north to Brooks in the south.

The advisory was active from early morning through Sunday afternoon, warning residents and travellers of potential dangers due to the deteriorating visibility. The combination of fog and low visibility has raised concerns regarding road safety in these regions. Authorities have urged drivers to exercise caution and adjust their driving to the weather conditions throughout the duration of the advisory.

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