Fog blankets Greater Victoria and eastern Vancouver Island, advisory issued

Posted: Nov. 16, 2022 7:09AM | Last Updated: Nov. 16, 2022 8:05AM

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Fog in Victoria on Nov. 16, 2022. (Photo credit: Nicholas Pescod/CHEK News)

It’s another foggy morning for many parts of Vancouver Island.

Environment Canada issued a fog advisory Wednesday morning for Greater Victoria and eastern Vancouver Island, which includes Courtenay to Campbell River, Duncan to Nanaimo, and Nanoose Bay to Fanny Bay.

The weather agency warns that near-zero visibility fog is either occurring or expected to occur Wednesday morning.

“The fog is due to a ridge of high pressure that is trapping moisture near the surface. The fog is expected to dissipate late this morning,” Environment Canada said in a statement.

“Visibility may be significantly and suddenly reduced to near zero. If visibility is reduced while driving, slow down, watch for tail lights ahead and be prepared to stop.”

The fog is expected to dissipate late this morning.