Met Office warns of fog and travel delays in England and Wales

The Met Office issued a yellow fog warning for parts of England and Wales on Saturday, October 31, forecasting reduced visibility and possible travel delays through the morning. The warning was in force from about 4am until 10am. It covered parts of the East Midlands, East of England, London and South East England, North West England, West Midlands and Yorkshire and Humber, as well as areas of Wales. The exact local coverage included places such as Denbighshire, Flintshire, Powys and Wrexham. The Met Office forecast dense fog in some locations, with visibility falling below 100 metres at times. It said fog would gradually thin, lift and clear later in the morning, although some areas could remain foggy into the afternoon. The agency warned that road journeys could take longer and that buses, trains and flights could face delays; flights could also be cancelled. It advised drivers to check road conditions, allow extra time and ensure fog lights were working. Passengers were told to check for updates from their travel companies. The warning described possible disruption, not confirmed delays or cancellations. One report said East Midlands Airport had not reported issues at the...