Severe Weather Alerts: Dense Fog, High Winds, and Coastal Flooding Hit California

As November progresses, California is facing a barrage of severe weather conditions, prompting multiple advisories from the National Weather Service (NWS) across various regions. Dense fog, high winds, and coastal flooding are the primary concerns affecting different parts of the state, posing risks to residents and travelers alike.

In Fort Worth, Texas, a Dense Fog Advisory has been issued until 9 AM CST for Freestone, Anderson, Leon, and Robertson Counties. Visibility is expected to drop to one quarter mile or less, potentially creating hazardous driving conditions. Patchy fog is developing in the Brazos Valley, emphasizing the need for caution on the roads.

Moving to California, the Mojave Desert Slopes are under a Wind Advisory until 10 AM PST, with west winds reaching 25 to 35 mph and gusts up to 50 mph. This could lead to objects being blown around and tree limbs falling, possibly causing power outages. Highways like US Highway 395 and State Routes 14, 58, and 178 are likely to be impacted.

In addition, areas including Los Banos – Dos Palos and Merced – Madera – Mendota in California are experiencing dense fog with visibility of a quarter mile or less. A Dense Fog Advisory is in place until 10 AM PST, warning of hazardous driving conditions due to low visibility.

Furthermore, Santa Barbara County and Santa Lucia Mountains are facing strong winds. The NWS has issued Wind Advisories for these regions, with gusts up to 50 mph and 45 mph, respectively. The advisory extends until early Saturday morning, potentially causing unsecured objects to be blown around and power outages to occur.

Coastal areas in Ventura County are also under threat, as a Coastal Flood Advisory and Beach Hazards Statement have been issued. Large breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet, dangerous rip currents, and moderate coastal flooding are expected, posing risks to beachgoers and coastal structures. The advisory will remain in effect until 2 PM PST Friday.

These weather events highlight the importance of staying informed and prepared for changing conditions. Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to exercise caution, monitor local weather updates, and follow any directives from authorities to ensure their safety.

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References:
– NWS Fort Worth TX: [Dense Fog Advisory](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.c051edb3cdced743851337e42fc8a2805679bb6f.001.1.cap)
– NWS Hanford CA: [Wind Advisory 1](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.6029f5bbc7bc83e6ebe825a14081738ce555fe0c.002.1.cap)
– NWS Hanford CA: [Dense Fog Advisory](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.6029f5bbc7bc83e6ebe825a14081738ce555fe0c.001.1.cap)
– NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA: [Wind Advisory 2](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.b0421dec057a1f37d8fcdcbdc6cbfa4a99b49af9.001.1.cap)
– NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA: [Coastal Flood Advisory](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.38eb71e13d68c0e46b52c158d00c45e54bae6e4c.002.2.cap)

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