Dense Fog — W Central S.j. Valley, California
2016-02-13 · W Central S.j. Valley, California
2
Direct deaths
Event narrative
Two fatalities occurred due to approximately 50 foot visibility near intersection of Rahilly Road/Hwy 59 in Merced County.
Wider weather episode
Area of high pressure moved over the central California region creating favorable conditions for nighttime and early morning radiational fog development across the San Joaquin Valley.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 618350. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.