Dense Fog — Western San Joaquin Valley, California

2020-01-30 · Western San Joaquin Valley, California

Event narrative

Visibility below a quarter mile was reported in Lemoore. Several school districts either opened late or delayed bus service.

Wider weather episode

High pressure strengthened over central California during the morning of January 30 following the departure of a strong cold front. Winds diminished as the high built inland. However, with high clouds being present dense fog was confined to the center portion of the western San Joaquin Valley during the morning commute, most noticeably near Lemoore. Several school districts in Kings and western Fresno Counties opened late or delayed bus service as a result. The fog dissipated by late morning.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 866899. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.