15 Nov 06 Fog

The central valley of California enjoys a weather related phenomenon known as Tule fog.  Named after a species of grass, this fog is prominent in the winter time — especially following a significant rain.  We had such a rain yesterday and now, this morning, we had the first installment of fog.  Accidents due to this fog are common and are the number one weather related cause of accidents in these parts.

A few years ago there was an 80 car pile up down around Selma.  Prior to that, just north Stockton, there was a 28 car and 12 big rig pile up because of this fog.

The fog is thick and syrupy, something like Greg’s blogs, and can be quite a nuisance.  When the fog arrives it brings an eerie presence.  I keep listening for bagpipes and just know I’ll spot Nessie in an irrigation canal.