tule fog

American  

noun

1. dense ground fog that occurs in low-lying areas of the Central Valley of California.

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Example Sentences

Tule fog has blanketed the Central Valley for more than a week.

From Los Angeles Times

Before and during this 16-day stretch, some areas in this region have seen thick, dangerously opaque tule fog form briefly, slashing visibility to virtually zero.

From Los Angeles Times

On Thanksgiving Day, parts of Kern County also experienced tule fog.

From Los Angeles Times

In these instances, the tule fog lifted relatively quickly, while the blanket of low clouds remained, creating ongoing visibility issues.

From Los Angeles Times

Consequently, for now, there’s little chance that the dramatic tule fog will develop again.

From Los Angeles Times