Dense Fog — Southern Sacramento Valley, California
2020-12-20 to 2020-12-21 · Southern Sacramento Valley, California
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Direct deaths
Event narrative
The local news reported that a fatal accident occurred at 5:40AM on the blocks of Florin Road. between Excelsior and Eagles Nest roads. At least one fatality was reported with this crash and fog is believed to have contributed to the collision.
Wider weather episode
On the morning of December 21, dense fog developed over the southern Sacramento Valley and northern San Joaquin Valleys. Observation sites within in the area generally reported dense fog with visibility at or less than a quarter of a mile.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 934575. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.