The fog moved in during the early morning, people woke up to it. They couldn't see 30 centimetres in front of their faces. Visibility was very poor, some people said they had never seen it so bad.

Pious Ruth said it was God's work, and she crossed herself.

"There is no God, you stupid woman," said Gardener Willy. "No God who is going to work the fog to send a message."

"You watch yourself Gardener Willy," said Pious Ruth. "One day you will have to answer for the things you say."

"I'm shaking Ruth," said Gardener Willy. "I'm shaking from the tips of my hair, to my hot arse." He slapped his rump and he walked away.