Fog advisory issued for Waterloo Region

Dense fog on April 2, 2026. (Erin Anderson/CityNews Kitchener)

By CityNews Kitchener Staff

Posted Apr 2, 2026 05:27:13 PM.

Last Updated Apr 2, 2026 05:32:21 PM.

Dense fog blanketed Waterloo Region and beyond on Thursday afternoon.

A fog advisory was issued around 5 p.m.

Environment Canada said the significant fog resulted in near zero visibility, which will likely affect travel.

The conditions are expected to improve close to midnight.

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