Dense Fog — E Central S.j. Valley, California
2017-01-31 · E Central S.j. Valley, California
1
Direct deaths
$25K
Property damage
Event narrative
Fresno police and California Highway Patrol reported a 2 vehicle accident during dense fog causing one fatality at Jensen Avenue and Chateau Fresno Avenue in the city of Fresno in Fresno County. It also appeared alcohol was a factor.
Wider weather episode
High pressure with clearing skies over the region coupled with recent heavy precipitation created ideal conditions for dense nighttime and morning radiational fog to develop.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 678073. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.