Road Weather Alert for Canberra, NSW Due to Fog

Source: BOM · Canberra, NSW

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BOM issues moderate road weather alert for Canberra area with reduced visibility in fog expected Thursday morning.

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Record type
Road Weather Alert
Affected area
Canberra, NSW
Issued
August 5, 2026
Issuing authority
BOM

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Alert Details

BOM has issued a Road Weather Alert (IDN38200) for the Canberra area in NSW. The alert is classified as moderate severity and was issued at 6:15 am EST on Thursday 6 August 2026.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the Canberra Area in New South Wales.

What You Should Do

Motorists are advised to take extreme care due to dangerous road conditions. For the latest information on the state road network, visit www.livetraffic.com or download the Live Traffic NSW app. For other roads, contact your local council or visit their website and social media channels.

Expected Conditions

Reduced visibility in fog will make road conditions dangerous during Thursday morning.

Timeline

The alert is effective from issuance at 2026-08-05T20:15:46Z until expiry at 2026-08-06T04:15:46Z. The next alert will be issued by 11:00 am EST Thursday.

Original source: BOM Official Notice ↗

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What is this BoM weather warning about?
BOM issues moderate road weather alert for Canberra area with reduced visibility in fog expected Thursday morning.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by BOM. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "medium" severity. Stay informed and follow agency guidance.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Canberra, NSW. Check with BOM for the most current geographic scope.
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