Dense Fog — Northern San Joaquin Valley, California

2015-01-14 to 2015-01-15 · Northern San Joaquin Valley, California

Event narrative

A 2 vehicle car crash occurred on on Highway 4 near Stockton St. and Charter Way in the city of Stockton, resulting in a fatality. A pickup truck struck a big rig which was pulling onto the highway. The pickup truck then struck a utility pole, with the driver later pronounced dead at the scene. The accident occurred at approximately 4:30 am PST and is thought to be related to poor visibility from fog. Visibility at Stockton Municipal Airport was measured at a quarter mile from 4 pm the previous day through 1 pm that afternoon.

Wider weather episode

Light winds and clear skies allowed dense morning fog to develop for several days. Numerous car accidents occurred, including two multiple car crashes with fatalities.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 548533. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.