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Special Weather Statement issued October 18 at 1:40AM EDT by NWS Jackson KY

October 18, 2026 · From the public record · Posted to Somerset Now Oct 18, 5:07 AM
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Expired. This alert ended Oct 19, 1:40 PM Eastern and no longer applies.

Special Weather Statement issued October 18 at 1:40AM EDT by NWS Jackson KY

Clear skies, light winds and lingering low-level moisture are helping areas of valley fog to develop and become dense early this morning. Visibilities will be below a quarter of a mile at times in the thickest of the fog. Be sure to slow down and use your low beam headlights when you encounter any fog.

Onset: 2026-10-18T01:40:00-04:00

Area: Pulaski County and 32 other Kentucky counties.

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