Foggy weather is causing widespread disruptions at some of the UK’s busiest airports, including Gatwick and Manchester. The UK’s main air traffic control provider, Nats, has reduced the flow of flights for safety reasons.
Due to the fog, temporary air traffic restrictions are in place at several airports across the UK—Nats is working closely with airports and airlines to minimize disruption. Passengers are advised to check the status of their flight with their airline and airport.
Many flights out of Manchester Airport have been delayed or canceled due to the foggy weather. Data from flight tracking website Flightradar24 shows dozens of outbound flights from Manchester, Gatwick, and Heathrow airports were canceled, while hundreds more were delayed.
A passenger, Irem, had her flight from Germany to the UK delayed nearly seven hours due to fog at Manchester Airport. She described the experience as a nightmare.
The fog is expected to clear by the weekend, with sunny spells forecast for Sunday. In the meantime, motorists are reminded to use dipped headlights, wipers, and demisters while driving in foggy conditions.
The UK fog disruptions have caused significant inconvenience to passengers and motorists alike. However, with the fog expected to clear soon, normal services are expected to resume shortly.
National Highways have advised motorists to take extra precautions when driving in foggy conditions. The organization has also reminded drivers to leave plenty of space between vehicles and to avoid sudden movements. By taking these precautions, motorists can help reduce the risk of road accidents.
As the fog begins to clear, airports and airlines are working to get flights back on schedule. Passengers are advised to check with their airline for the latest updates and to plan for possible delays.
