Fog was the defining feature of the weather across Cobourg, Port Hope and surrounding areas on Saturday, March 7.
While some had expected a day of heavy rain, only intermittent showers passed through the region. Instead, thick fog settled over much of Northumberland County, at times reducing visibility dramatically.
Temperatures climbed to a high of 12 C, a mild reading considering the winter conditions experienced in recent weeks. The warmer air made the day feel almost like early spring, encouraging residents to head outdoors despite the grey skies.
In Port Hope, ice remained along the breakwalls at the harbour, but that did little to deter dedicated anglers who gathered at one of their favourite fishing spots.
Visibility throughout the day varied widely. At times it stretched for kilometres, while in other moments the fog thickened to what many would describe as “pea soup,” limiting views of the surrounding landscape.
Along Gages Creek, just north of its mouth at Lake Ontario, there were indications that an ice jam may be forming, though it remains unclear whether it will develop further.
Meanwhile, the Ganaraska River flowed steadily over Corbett’s Dam in Port Hope. A similar scene could be observed at Peace Park in Cobourg, where several anglers spent a quiet afternoon casting lines along the river.
The fog persisted into the evening hours before finally lifting around 8 p.m., bringing clearer conditions to the area.
Author: Pete Fisher
Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love
