The Met Office has issued an urgent weather warning this morning (Thursday, October 2), advising commuters to exercise caution due to dense fog affecting parts of the Southwest. The warning, active from 7:15 AM to 10:00 AM, highlights the likelihood of reduced visibility leading to slower traffic and potential travel delays.
Areas impacted include North East Somerset, the wider Bristol region, South Gloucestershire, eastern Gloucestershire, Dorset, and Wiltshire. Motorists are encouraged to prepare for longer journey times, with the possibility of delays or cancellations on bus and train services.
“Patchy fog, dense in places, will reduce visibility this morning and may cause travel disruption,” the Met Office stated. However, the fog is expected to lift by late morning, giving way to brighter spells and predominantly dry conditions throughout the day.
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Today’s weather forecast anticipates early fog clearing to reveal bright intervals during the morning. Cloud cover will build during the afternoon but generally remain dry, accompanied by a fresh breeze. Temperatures are expected to reach a seasonal high of 20°C.
This foggy morning comes just ahead of Storm Amy, the first named storm of the season, which is forecast to impact the UK starting Friday, October 3. After a busy Atlantic hurricane season, this potent low-pressure system promises to bring strong winds and heavy rainfall.
Met Office Deputy Chief Meteorologist Tom Crabtree warned, “While the precise path of Storm Amy remains uncertain, gale-force winds are expected across northern and western regions, with gusts frequently reaching 50 to 60 mph inland in northern Britain, and potentially 70 to 80 mph in some areas, particularly on exposed coasts and hills.”
Heavy rain is also anticipated, especially over western Scotland, where 30 to 50 mm could fall within 6 to 9 hours, heightening the risk of localized flooding. The Met Office will continue to update forecasts and warnings as the situation develops, urging the public to monitor weather updates closely over the coming days.