Two-car collision blocks M4 near Heathrow in fog

A two-car collision blocked the M4 near Heathrow Airport overnight, causing about three miles of congestion before the road reopened.

Two cars crashed on the M4. The crash blocked the road overnight.

The crash was between junctions three and four. It caused about three miles of traffic.

The report came at 11:30pm on Sunday. National Highways said police came.

Vehicle-recovery crews also came. The road reopened later.

Heathrow Airport gave advice to passengers. They should allow extra time and check with their airline.

Fog reduced visibility near the airport. Heathrow Airport told drivers to drive carefully.

The Met Office issued a yellow fog warning. The warning covered southern and eastern England, the Midlands and Yorkshire.

The warning lasted until Monday morning. The Met Office said fog could slow journeys.

It also warned of possible problems for buses, trains and planes.

Section: London

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