The UK is experiencing severe snowstorms and freezing rain, prompting amber weather warnings for snow and ice across England and Wales. Over the next three days, freezing conditions could isolate rural areas, strand vehicles, and disrupt rail and air travel, coinciding with post-holiday travel. Multiple traffic accidents have been reported, particularly on the A303 and in the Lake District. Thousands are without power as work continues to restore electricity in affected regions. Bristol Airport has suspended all flights due to the extreme weather, urging passengers to check with airlines for updates.
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The UK has been hit by heavy snowstorms and freezing rain, turning roads into ice rinks and leaving some areas covered in snow.
Amber weather warnings for snow and ice have been issued across England and Wales as the UK braces for three days of freezing conditions that could cut off rural areas, leave vehicles stranded on roads and disrupt rail and air traffic. It’s out.
As millions head home after Christmas and New Year festivities, motorists are being urged to carry shovels on potentially dangerous journeys.
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Multiple traffic accidents reported due to winter weather
A number of road accidents have been reported across the UK today as a result of the winter weather.
Cumbria Police said on Saturday afternoon that they had received a number of reports of a multi-vehicle collision on Rhynose Pass in the Lake District.
Wiltshire Police said the weather was “causing disruption” across the county, while Avon and Somerset Police warned of significant road disruption in parts of Somerset.
Highways said the A303 in Wiltshire was also closed in both directions between the A338 Chorlton and the A345 Amesbury due to heavy snow.
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Power outages were reported across large parts of the UK.
Thousands of Brits remain without power after a cold snap hit the country.
National Grid said work was underway to restore power to areas across the Midlands, South West and South Wales, including Birmingham, Cardiff and Bristol.
Additionally, authorities in some parts of the UK have warned that up to 30 centimeters of snow is expected in some areas, potentially cutting off rural areas.
Flights suspended in Bristol as Big Freeze unrest begins
Flights have been suspended at Bristol Airport as a snowstorm hits the UK, causing power outages and travel disruption.
The major travel hub confirmed that all flight operations have been suspended until late tonight due to “severe weather”.
A spokesperson said the suspension primarily affects incoming flights, so customers are encouraged to contact their airline for more information. Staff are trying to clear the runway.
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