Met Office issues yellow weather warning for South West fog

Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 7 Nov, 16:46 · Archive

The Met Office has issued a 10-hour yellow weather warning for dense fog across Swindon, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire from midnight on 8 November until 10am on 9 November. The weather alert warns of patchy, dense fog developing during the night with visibility falling to less than 50 metres in places.

Forecasters expect the fog to become increasingly widespread within the affected area during the second half of the night before only slowly clearing during the morning, with the slowest clearance predicted across parts of the West Country and central southern England.

Drivers have been warned of significant travel disruptions and slower journey times due to the difficult conditions. Motorists are being urged to take extra care by using their fog lights, checking travel conditions before setting off and allowing extra time for their journeys.

Residents are advised to prepare for rapidly changing visibility, particularly on rural routes and major roads during the morning rush hour. The warning affects not only car drivers but also affects other forms of transport, with train and bus passengers warned of potential delays.

Airline services may also be impacted, with flight cancellations described as possible during the period of the warning.

Met Office issues yellow weather warning for South West fog — Image: Swindon Advertiser

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Met Office issues 10-hour yellow weather warning across South WestA 10-hour yellow weather warning has been issued across South West England, with drivers being warned of travel disruptions.Swindon Advertiser · 7 Nov, 15:57
Met Office issues 10-hour yellow weather warning across South WestA 10-hour yellow weather warning has been issued across South West England, with drivers being warned of travel disruptions.Wiltshire Times · 7 Nov, 15:57
Met Office issues 10-hour yellow weather warning across South WestA 10-hour yellow weather warning has been issued across South West England, with drivers being warned of travel disruptions.Gazette & Herald · 7 Nov, 15:57

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