Yellow Weather Warning Issued for Dense Fog in South West
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for dense fog across the South West, advising of potential travel delays this morning.
A yellow weather warning has been issued as dense fog blankets parts of the South West this morning. The Met Office is alerting residents to possible travel delays throughout the morning, with the warning covering areas including Gloucestershire, Bristol, and most of Somerset up to the Devon border.
The fog is expected to persist until 10am, with visibility dropping below 100 metres in some areas, creating challenging travel conditions. The Met Office noted that some fog patches may linger into the afternoon. Travelers are advised to anticipate delays in traffic, as well as potential disruptions to bus and train services, flights, and ferry travel. The agency recommends checking with travel companies for updates and ensuring that fog lights are operational before driving.
This weather event follows a week of heavy rainfall in England, which has led to increased river levels across the country. Recent storms, including Austen and Boelo, resulted in significant weather warnings and disruptions, with gusts reaching nearly 80mph in some regions and causing power outages for thousands of homes. Despite the recent rainfall, much of the country remains officially in drought, with severe conditions reported in parts of the South West.