Severe winter weather caused significant disruptions across Europe on Sunday, particularly impacting air travel in the United Kingdom and Germany. Heavy snow and ice led to temporary airport closures and flight cancellations, as well as delays in rail and road travel.
In the UK, airports in Manchester, Liverpool, and Newcastle were among the hardest hit. Manchester Airport, the third-largest in the country, had to shut down its runways early in the morning but reopened by 9:45 a.m. after clearing the snow. Liverpool’s John Lennon Airport faced a similar closure, with its runway reopening by 10:15 a.m. Newcastle International Airport warned of continued disruptions as snowfall persisted throughout the day. Birmingham Airport also temporarily closed overnight to clear snow, while Bristol Airport faced challenges on Saturday evening that affected Sunday’s flight schedule.
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Train services across England, Scotland, and Wales were disrupted due to speed restrictions and line closures, according to National Rail. National Highways issued a severe weather alert, urging caution on the roads amid challenging conditions.
Germany also faced widespread disruptions, with 120 flights cancelled at Frankfurt Airport, the largest in the country, due to snow, black ice, and poor visibility. The winter storm impacted approximately 1,090 scheduled flights at the airport.
As Europe grappled with heavy snowfall, authorities issued warnings and advisories, urging residents to remain cautious and adjust travel plans as needed.
