Airport runway problems down to 'type of snow'
The closure of airport runways because of snow has inevitably led to questions about how colder countries manage not to grind to a standstill in wintry weather. Both Manchester and Liverpool airports were forced to shut in recent days to allow snow ploughs time to clear airfields.
Manchester Airport statement after travel warning and runways close due to snow
Passengers are being warned to expect major disruption at all three Manchester Airport terminals. Runways were temporarily closed on Sunday following a period of snow, before reopening with delays later in the day.
Heavy snow disrupts travel at Manchester, Liverpool airports
Heavy snowfall in North West England forced the temporary closure of runways at Manchester Airport and Liverpool John Lennon Airport on Sunday (January 5), the airports announced on X. The runways were reopened several hours later but delays to departures and arrivals were still expected.
Several British airports close runways following heavy snow
A number of airports across the United Kingdom have closed their runways on Sunday because of heavy snow and ice.
Manchester Airport LIVE as flights hit by major delays and cancellations after snow closes runways
Manchester Airport has warned of major delays after its runways were shut for hours this morning following heavy snowfall overnight. On Sunday morning, the airport shut its runways just after 6am, with a number of flights impacted.
Airports reopen runways after snow disruption
Airports in Manchester and Liverpool are resuming flights after they closed their runways due to heavy snowfall. Flights were delayed from taking off at both airports as travellers were advised to contact their airlines for details.
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