Greater Manchester and vast swathes of the UK are bracing for another bout of travel chaos as the Met Office has issued a fresh yellow weather warning for dense fog. The alert, which comes into force at 6:00 pm this evening (Monday), is set to remain in effect until 10:00 am tomorrow morning.
Forecasters have warned that visibility will be significantly restricted throughout the night, with levels expected to drop to less than 100 metres in affected areas. This latest development follows a weekend of weather-related disruption that saw thick fog wreak havoc across the region.
The weekend’s weather proved particularly difficult for travelers and event-goers. At Manchester Airport, 15 flights were forced to divert to other hubs after being unable to land, while others were required to perform “go-arounds” as air traffic control struggled to navigate the low visibility. Beyond the airport, the dense conditions obscured major firework displays and even turned TV coverage of the Altrincham FC FA Cup match into a farcical viewing experience for fans.
Residents in the southern parts of the region—including Stockport, Trafford, and South Manchester—were among the hardest hit over the weekend. With tonight’s warning covering a similar footprint across the North West, as well as the Midlands, London, the South East, the South West, Wales, and Yorkshire, officials are urging the public to prepare for a difficult commute on Tuesday morning.
“Fog will redevelop across the area this evening, becoming dense at times overnight,” a spokesperson for the Met Office stated. “This will likely lead to some delays to transport and difficult travelling conditions. Fog will thin and clear during Tuesday morning.”
The warning serves as an extension of a volatile period for local weather. A previous yellow warning had only just expired at 11:00 am today after a weekend of persistent, heavy fog. With the conditions returning, transport operators are warning passengers to check for potential delays or cancellations before setting off, as the risk of disruption to both road and air travel remains high.
Authorities are advising motorists to reduce their speed, use fog lights where necessary, and leave extra time for their journeys to account for the hazardous conditions. As the mercury drops tonight, commuters are encouraged to stay updated with the latest alerts as the fog sets in once again.
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