Ryanair has issued a warning to passengers travelling to and from the UK today, Sunday, November 1, advising that some flights may experience delays due to heavy fog. The budget airline posted the alert on its website, urging travellers to continue checking the app for updates as Britain encounters further unsettled weather conditions.
Airline's statement
The airline's statement reads: "Due to heavy fog, some flights to and from the UK may be delayed today (Sun 1 Nov). Affected passengers will be contacted directly through the app. Passengers travelling through the UK should monitor the Ryanair app for the latest flight information."
A yellow weather warning for fog has been issued across parts of the UK today. The warning covers London, Birmingham, Nottingham and Hull, and extends from Norwich in the east to Brighton in the south, and from sections of east Wales to Somerset in the south-west.
Met Office warning details
The Met Office warning says that fog this morning will be dense in places, resulting in some travel disruption. The warning remains in effect until 10am today, though patches may linger into the afternoon, and the Met Office emphasises that warnings are subject to change. Visibility will drop below 100 metres in certain areas, the Met Office confirmed.
The forecaster's warning reinforces Ryanair's message. It cautions travellers that there is a possibility of flight delays and cancellations. The forecaster also notes that bus and train services could face disruption.
Impact and advice
Motorists are urged to allow themselves extra time, check road conditions, and amend their plans where needed. The Met Office warning says: "Be prepared for weather warnings to change: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area."
The notice arrives as the Met Office warns that fog may be slow to lift in some areas today. Its latest UK forecast indicates there will be cloud and rain across parts of the north. This is expected to gradually push southwards, though elsewhere conditions will remain largely dry with spells of sunshine.
The guidance follows Britain being battered by two storms within the space of just a few days. Storm Austen and Storm Boelo resulted in England recording its wettest week in two years. Despite the recent downpours, many areas of the country remain officially in drought, with a severe drought in place across parts of the South West and Sussex.
