Airline passengers have been stranded at the Newcastle airport in northeastern England as flights have been disrupted by heavy snowfall resulting from snowstorm Bert.
Flights departing from Newcastle Airport are experiencing delays of several hours, with some incoming flights redirected to Edinburgh and Belfast, while others have been cancelled.
The airport has stated that personnel are diligently working to minimize disruptions amid the ongoing snowfall that has persisted throughout the morning.
The storm has led to significant travel disruptions on both roads and railways nationwide, characterized by snow, heavy rain, and strong winds.
An amber alert has been issued by the Met Office in the United Kingdom for the northern regions, encompassing Yorkshire and various areas of Scotland. This alert signifies a “potential risk to life and property,” raising significant concern, particularly for vulnerable populations such as the elderly.
A yellow warning for snow has been implemented across most of the UK, while the southern regions are expected to experience rainfall, which may lead to flooding. The Met Office has indicated that certain rural communities in Scotland and northern England have a “good chance of being isolated,” prompting recommendations for precautionary measures in these areas.
An airport representative stated that due to Storm Bert, the facility has experienced persistent and heavy snowfall this morning.
“Our snow management team is actively engaged in efforts to minimize any disruptions, and we will issue an additional update later.”
“Passengers are encouraged to check our website for the most current flight information and to reach out to their respective airlines for any inquiries.”
On Friday, the airport communicated via X that its operations team is extensively trained for winter conditions and is ready to respond if the weather worsens.
National Highways has released a severe weather warning regarding snow on roads in the North East, cautioning about potential blizzard conditions. They indicated that snow is expected to “accumulate rapidly at all elevations.”
