Thick fog has blanketed Auckland this morning and is expected to cause travel disruptions across the city. Auckland Harbour Bridge and SH1 fog. New Zealand Herald photograph by Michael Craig 18 July 2024
Thick fog blanketed Auckland this morning disrupting 64 flights in and out of the airport and affecting travel across the city.
Auckland Airport put fog restrictions in place at 5.26am.
“We are experiencing fog at Auckland Airport – delays and cancellations are expected.”
14 domestic flights departing Auckland have been cancelled and 12 domestic flights were delayed, due to the fog.
Approximately 19 domestic flights arriving in Auckland were cancelled and 19 domestic flights delayed.
One international flight, Jetstar 202 to Sydney, was delayed due to operational requirements.
Just before 10am the restrictions were lifted.
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MetService said the low cloud and fog would lift to leave cloudy periods this morning, closer to midday.
“[The fog] is quite expansive in Auckland down to Waikato,” MetService said.
Auckland Transport warned those planning on travelling by ferry this morning that disruptions were likely.
“Due to weather conditions (fog), expect delays and possible cancellations to all ferry services this morning.
“Check Live Departures to see when services are running. Go to Journey Planner to find alternative ways to reach your destination.”
On Tuesday, dozens of flights were cancelled and delayed as fog covered Auckland.
Commuters were disrupted as the fog caused poor visibility for drivers and ferries faced delays.
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