London [UK], January 6: Passengers were facing cancellations and delays after several major airports in England had to shut their runways as snow and freezing rain swept parts of the UK.
An amber weather warning was still in place from the Midlands up to Carlisle. Less severe yellow weather warnings are also in force for parts of Scotland, Northern Ireland and elsewhere in England.
Until mid-morning on Sunday, no planes could leave Manchester Airport with all incoming flights being diverted elsewhere. Runways at five other airports were closed due to snowfall.
The wintry conditions have also led to road closures in the north of England, and caused disruption and cancellations on some rail lines.
The weather warnings in place were: An amber warning for snow covering most central and northern England, including the Midlands and the north-west cities of Liverpool and Manchester, until midnight on Sunday.
Less severe yellow warnings for snow covering Wales, most of northern England including Leeds, Sheffield and the Lake District also until the end of the weekend.
Amber warnings are more serious than yellow warnings and indicate a possible risk to life, as well as more significant travel disruption.
Fresh yellow weather warnings will also come into force in some areas on Sunday and Monday.
Source: Qatar Tribune
