Dense fog advisory issued for Horry, Georgetown counties Tuesday morning

A dense fog advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service in Wilmington, N.C., for Horry and Georgetown counties Tuesday morning.

The advisory was issued at 5:31 a.m. and is in effect until 9 a.m. Tuesday, and officials at the weather service warn motorists that driving may become hazardous as fog impacts visibility.

Authorities also said areas including: Dillon, Florence, Kingstree, Marion, and Williamsburg are also under the advisory.

Officials said the advisory means visibility will be frequently reduced to one quarter of a mile or less at times.

Weather authorities said motorists should drive slowly, use headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead while traveling.

This story was originally published September 8, 2015 at 6:52 AM with the headline "Dense fog advisory issued for Horry, Georgetown counties Tuesday morning."