Bristol Airport has suspended all flights for Tuesday morning as heavy rain, flooding and snow continue to disrupt travel and cause school closures.
A passenger announcement from the south-west airport blamed “ongoing weather conditions” for the suspension until 7.30am, adding further announcements will be made “once information is available”.
One man has died in the winter storm impacting much of the country, with North Yorkshire police saying a body pulled from floodwater near the River Aire has been formally identified. The man’s next of kin are still being informed.
Snow and ice warnings are in place across most of south-west England and Wales, and parts of north-west England and the West Midlands, until 10am. The same warning is in place for western and northern parts of Scotland until midday, and in Northern Ireland until 11am.
A major incident was declared by authorities in Lincolnshire on Monday night, with a warning that more flooding could occur today. Lincolnshire Resilience Forum said 34 flood warnings and 29 flood alerts were in place across the county, with reports of 62 properties “internally flooded”.
Key Points
- Bristol Airport suspends all flights
- Fresh weather warnings in place after day of severe flooding
- Police say man who died in North Yorkshire river has been formally identified
- Authorities warn of more flooding in Lincolnshire
People living in a flooding hotspot are ‘waiting for the next inevitable incident’ - a local councillor
07:41
Barney Davis
A major incident was declared in Lincolnshire and Leicestershire on Monday after rain brought severe flooding in the Midlands.
Murray Turner, a Liberal Democrat councillor at South Kesteven District Council in Lincolnshire, told BBC Radio 4’s Today programme rescue operations had been going on “all day” on Monday.
The area faced bad flooding at the end of 2023 and Cllr Murray said Lincolnshire County Council had been expected to produce a section 19 report to explain the flooding and how agencies could work together to better deal with it in future.
“Now, despite much pressure from the local parish councillors and myself as district councillor throughout 2024, those section 19 reports have never been received,” Cllr Turner said.
“So what’s been happening is we’re waiting for the next inevitable flooding incident and it’s producing very bad scenes in the village.
“You’re walking through silty mud in your front room and you’ve got no power. It’s not very good at all.”
Bristol Airport suspends all flights
07:34
Barney Davis
Bristol Airport has suspended all flights for Tuesday morning as heavy rains, flooding and snow continue to disrupt travel and cause school closures.
A spokesman posted on X: “Passenger announcement, due to the ongoing weather conditions all flights have been currently suspended until 07:30, further announcements will be made once information is available.”
Manchester airport runways reopen after snow disruptions cause flight delays and diversions
07:12
Namita Singh
For the third time in as many days, Manchester Airport was forced to temporarily close both runways due to heavy snowfall. Earlier today, the airport announced the closures on X (formerly Twitter), stating that the extreme weather necessitated the shutdown. While the runways have since reopened, the disruption is expected to cause lingering delays.
Overnight, several flights destined for Manchester were diverted, with at least 16 planes rerouted between 10pm and 1am. Affected flights landed at alternative airports, including Liverpool, Birmingham, Edinburgh, East Midlands, Stansted, and Prestwick, as reported by real-time flight tracking service Flightradar24.
As of this morning, only one flight departing from Manchester has been canceled, though several others are experiencing delays.
Information for passengers due to travel from Manchester Airport. pic.twitter.com/J7B4wG3At4
— Manchester Airport (@manairport) January 7, 2025
Around 200 flood warnings across England as environment minister issues reassurances
07:11
Namita Singh
Across England, there are 203 flood warnings, meaning flooding is expected, and 300 flood alerts, meaning flooding is possible.
There is also a single severe flood warning, meaning danger to life, active in Leicestershire.
Commuters suffered travel misery on Monday, with major roads closed and railway lines blocked.
At a Lincolnshire primary school, parents were told to stay away until the end of the day, with fire brigade vehicles ready to carry children through the floodwaters.
Hundreds of schools were closed across the country, in areas including Lancashire, Yorkshire and north-east Scotland.
In the Commons, environment minister Emma Hardy told MPs flooding was “a personal priority” for her, adding that the Environment Agency was particularly concerned about Lincolnshire, Leicestershire, Warwickshire and Nottinghamshire.
Warning of further “localised” flooding to come over the next 24 to 36 hours, she pledged to overhaul the government’s approach to funding flood defences “to ensure the challenges facing businesses and rural and coastal communities are taken into account when delivering flood protection”.
What is the five day weather forecast?
07:00
Holly Evans
This Evening and Tonight:
A cold and frosty night to come, with some further wintry showers, particularly in western and northern areas. A risk of icy stretches on untreated surfaces, especially where any late wintry showers fall.
Tuesday:
Another cold day tomorrow, with a mix of sunshine and wintry showers. The showers heaviest and most frequent in the north. Windy for many, although easing in the south later.
Outlook for Wednesday to Friday:
Cold with a mixture of sunny spells and wintry showers, these most frequent in the north and northwest. A spell of rain and snow in the south possible on Wednesday.
About 40 flood warnings in Licolnshire alone
06:43
Namita Singh
Lincolnshire Resilience Forum said 40 flood warnings and 29 flood alerts were in place across the county, with reports of 62 properties “internally flooded”. There are 203 flood warnings and one severe flood warning active across England as a whole.
“We are keeping a really close watch on this as it develops because we know that there might potentially be more flooding, particularly in areas which may be affected by tidal waters,” a statement from Lincolnshire Resilience Forum said.
It also said emergency services were on standby at Greatford, near Stamford, to monitor the West Glen River, which it said threatened to inundate 49 properties in the area.
The Environment Agency has issued the only severe flood warning, meaning danger to life, for the River Soar covering caravan parks near Barrow upon Soar, Leicestershire.
Weather warnings in force as flooding risk persists
06:03
Namita Singh
Weather warnings for snow and ice are in force across much of the UK after severe flooding and snow caused travel disruption and school closures.
A yellow snow and ice warning is in place across most of south-west England and Wales, coastal parts of North Wales and Merseyside and parts of north-west England and the West Midlands, until 10am.
The same warning is in place for western and northern parts of Scotland until midday, and in Northern Ireland until 11am.
A critical incident has been declared by East Midlands Ambulance for the first time ever, with flooding partly responsible for the “level of escalation”.
A major incident was declared by authorities in Lincolnshire on Monday night, with a warning that more flooding could occur on Tuesday.
My elderly mother can’t afford heating – she needs the winter fuel allowance
06:00
Holly Evans
After a damp and drizzly start to the year, the weather in the UK has taken a dramatic turn and we’ve firmly entered the first real cold snap of 2025 – which not only prompts concern for our own health and safety but also the wellbeing of our more vulnerable loved ones.
Even the most independent pensioners are finding the current conditions challenging.
My 73-year-old mother is no stranger to tough times; she found herself widowed after losing my dad to a gruelling battle with cancer and suffers from debilitating rheumatoid arthritis herself. She’s a powerhouse of strength and is fiercely stubborn, so it came as a shock when she recently told me how worried she was about heating her home this winter and her health fears during this severe cold snap.
Read the full article here from Becky Bowden:
Pub owner rescues woman in Leicestershire
05:33
Namita Singh
One woman was rescued from a car by a pub owner in Leicestershire who waded up to his chest in frigid floodwaters to pull her from the vehicle and carry her to safety.
Cimi Kazazi, the owner of the Italian Greyhound in Great Glen, had arrived at his business in the morning to find it partially under water, Luigi Salcini, the pub manager told the Associated Press.
The woman had tried to drive to her house when her car, covered with a dusting of snow from the night before, got stuck. Eventually the water rose up to the windows.
“She started to drive but realised the car was deeper and she started going down with the water,” Mr Salcini said.
“She started to scream, ‘Help’ and we came out and Cimi went to rescue her.”
Nearly 60 people were rescued from swamped homes and vehicles, the Leicestershire fire service said on the X social media platform. Emergency workers were trying to pluck children from a school in Edenham, where they were safe but stranded, the Lincolnshire Resilience Forum posted on X.
Dozens rescued as winter storm disrupts life across UK
05:28
Namita Singh
Dozens of people were rescued from flooded homes and stranded cars yesterday as a wet and cold spell continued to disrupt life across the country, with more wintry weather expected.
Hundreds of schools were closed for the first day of classes of 2025, trains were halted and commuters experienced significant disruption as sections of motorways and major roads were closed from high water and snow that made driving hazardous.
Much of the UK has been hit by strong winds and periods of precipitation that struck before New Year’s Day and snuffed out several fireworks displays and other celebrations. Several communities have faced significant flooding since the start of the year.
Several train lines were shut down or experiencing delays due to floodwaters or trees that had fallen on tracks.
Forecasters warn ice and snow to disrupt Scottish roads
05:00
Holly Evans
Wintry weather could cause further travel disruption in large parts of Scotland on Monday and Tuesday, forecasters have warned.
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow and ice for northern and western Scotland, including the northern and western isles.
The forecasters said there is a likelihood of roads and railways being disrupted, and icy patches forming on untreated roads, pavements and cycle paths.
This latest warning comes into effect at 4pm on Monday and expires at 12pm on Tuesday.
Police say man who died in North Yorkshire river has been formally identified
04:32
Namita Singh
The body of a man recovered from an area of flooding in North Yorkshire has been formally identified, police said.
Authorities have not yet released his name, saying that efforts to trace his next of kin are ongoing.
The man’s body was recovered from a flooded area near the River Aire on Monday. North Yorkshire Police said there were no suspicions of wrongdoing.
Authorities warn of more flooding in Lincolnshire
04:29
Namita Singh
A major incident was declared by authorities in Lincolnshire yesterday night, with a warning that more flooding could occur this morning.Lincolnshire Resilience Forum said 34 flood warnings and 29 flood alerts were in place across the county, with reports of 62 properties “internally flooded”.
“We are keeping a really close watch on this as it develops because we know that there might potentially be more flooding, particularly in areas which may be affected by tidal waters,” a statement said.
Can and should you walk your dogs in the snow and freezing temperatures?
04:00
Holly Evans
Fresh weather warnings in place after day of severe flooding
03:57
Namita Singh
Fresh weather warnings have come into force in parts of the UK a day after severe flooding and snow caused travel disruption and school closures.
Yellow warnings for snow and ice are in place amid fears that more flooding could be on the way.
A snow and ice warning is in place across most of southwest England and Wales, and parts of northwest England and the West Midlands, until 10am this morning.
The same warning is in place for western and northern parts of Scotland until midday, and in Northern Ireland until 11am.
A critical incident has been declared by East Midlands Ambulance for the first time ever, with flooding partly responsible for the “level of escalation”.
All the places at risk of flooding as severe weather warnings are issued across UK
03:00
Holly Evans
Hundreds of flood warnings and alerts are in place across the country as wintry conditions continue to cause travel disruption and school closures across the UK.
Yellow warnings for snow and ice come into force across large parts of the UK on Monday afternoon and will remain in place into Tuesday.
Many commuters suffered travel disruption on Monday morning, with major roads closed and railway lines blocked.
At 9pm, the Environment Agency had one severe flood warning, where there is potential danger to life, 186 flood warnings, meaning flooding is expected, and 302 flood alerts, meaning flooding is possible, active across England.
At the same time, National Resources Wales had two flood warnings and 16 flood alerts in place.
Read the full article here:
Take these steps to protect yourself from winter weather dangers
02:00
Holly Evans
Winter weather brings various hazards that people have to contend with to keep warm and safe.
These dangers can include carbon monoxide poisoning, hypothermia and frozen pipes that can burst and make homes unlivable.
Public safety officials and experts say there are multiple ways people can prepare themselves to avoid these winter weather hazards and keep themselves safe.
Read the full article here:
Flights cancelled at Aberdeen Airport as staff unable to de-ice planes
01:00
Holly Evans
Airline companies based at Aberdeen Airport have had to cancel and delay flights as they have been unable to de-ice planes, with many being rerouted through Edinburgh Airport.
Although the runway at the airport remains open and operational, the respective airline companies have had no choice but to make the decision.
A spokesman for Aberdeen International Airport said: “We understand how frustrating delays can be, especially during challenging weather conditions.
“While the airport is responsible for de-icing runways and taxiways to ensure safe take-offs and landings, the de-icing of individual aircraft is managed by the airlines and their contracted ground handling teams.
“Aberdeen International Airport has remained open and operational due to the hard work of our team in maintaining the airfield.”
Showers are also due to fall as rain or sleet on lower ground on Monday evening, with forecasters warning this could lead to a risk of icy stretches.
How winter fuel payments are changing – and what other support is available to pensioners?
00:00
Holly Evans
Winter fuel payments will be stopped for millions of pensioners this winter as Labour pushes on with its plan to boost public finances by means-testing the cold weather benefit.
The Labour government has been urged to review its decision affecting 10 million pensioners after the regulator Ofgem announced household energy bills will rise by £150 in October.
Sir Keir Starmer has been warned the double hit will lead to disaster for pensioners on low and modest incomes or living in vulnerable circumstances due to ill health.
Read the full article here:
The full story: New snow warnings as cold snap causes travel chaos, school closures and flooding
Monday 6 January 2025 22:59
Holly Evans
Fresh snow and ice warnings have been issued as freezing weather is continuing to cause travel chaos, school closures and multiple major incidents to be declared due to widespread flooding that has left children stranded.
Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS) said it declared a major incident in response to widespread flooding across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland on Monday morning, after receiving more than 200 calls. Crews have freed cars stuck in flood water, evacuated residents from flooded homes, and rescued at least 17 members of the public.
Lincolnshire Resilience Forum announced that a major incident had been declared in Lincolnshire on Monday afternoon, with emergency services having to rescue children stranded at a school in Edenham amid flooding.
Read the full story here:
Trains in Scotland could face further disruption on Tuesday
Monday 6 January 2025 22:20
Holly Evans
ScotRail have warned passengers to check for details regarding their journeys, as a weather warning for snow and adverse conditions remain in place going into Tuesday.
⚠️❄️ The @metoffice have updated weather warnings for snow and ice across Scotland, covering today and Tuesday. With very cold weather throughout the full week. Please check your entire journey using our app or website if you're travelling, delays and alterations may occur. https://t.co/gVJ6tmxVEV
— ScotRail (@ScotRail) January 6, 2025
The best ways to boost your immune system as cold temperatures hit
Monday 6 January 2025 21:49
Holly Evans
As large parts of the UK brace for heavy snow and freezing rain this weekend, with temperatures dipping as low as minus 5°C overnight, experts are urging people to take extra precautions to stay healthy.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued cold weather health alerts for all of England, warning of a week of wintry conditions ahead.
In light of the harsh weather, we have spoken to a GP who has explained how the cold can affect our health, and has also shared some effective ways to boost your immune system during the cold snap.
Read the full article here:
Potential for further snow on Wednesday
Monday 6 January 2025 21:15
Holly Evans
The Met Office has warned that there is a chance of further snow in the southwest on Wednesday, with a yellow weather warning in place from 9am until midnight.
Met Office Deputy Chief Meteorologist, Mike Silverstone, explained: “There is a chance of a further spell of rain, sleet and snow moving in from the southwest on Wednesday to affect some southern parts of the UK.”
“Whilst not all those in the warning area may be affected, it is possible that that 2-5 cm of snow may accumulate fairly widely. Whether this system will brush the south of the UK or miss us altogether still remains a little uncertain, but we’ll continue to assess this over the next day or two. Weather warnings may well be updated, so it’s important people stay up to date with the forecast.”
⚠️ Yellow weather warning issued ⚠️
— Met Office (@metoffice) January 6, 2025
Snow across southern parts of England
Wednesday 0900 – 2359
Disruption is possible but there remains a chance that the rain/snow will stay across the English Channel
Latest info https://t.co/QwDLMfRBfs
Stay #WeatherAware⚠️ pic.twitter.com/732U4Re90A
Watch: Staff snowed in at highest pub in Britain
Monday 6 January 2025 20:50
Holly Evans
Mental health support should be given to those affected by flooding, minister says
Monday 6 January 2025 20:30
Holly Evans
Those affected by flooding should be given support to deal with the mental health impacts “as quickly as possible”, a shadow environment minister has argued.
In the Commons, Dr Neil Hudson said: “We must not underestimate the mental health impacts that flooding has on communities, both in terms of the anxiety of being flooded, but also the trauma when flooding does hit.
“It is essential that practical support is provided as quickly as possible and remains in place after the waters have subsided, and the blue lights have departed.”
He added: “The Conservatives ring-fenced £100 million to help communities threatened by repeated flooding, can the minister commit to that funding, and will those affected by flooding again in this latest period of bad weather be eligible to apply?”
Environment minister Emma Hardy said she shared Dr Hudson’s concern about the mental health impact of flooding, adding: “We’re going to look at (the) flood funding formula in a whole and look at how it all works.”
Thousands without water and power amid bitter weather in Ireland
Monday 6 January 2025 20:10
Holly Evans
Tens of thousands of homes and businesses in Ireland are without water and electricity amid a bitter cold snap on the island.
The severe winter weather has led to the closure of some schools and some public transport restrictions as well as the cancellation of several healthcare services.
There are treacherous road conditions across the Republic of Ireland, with broad sections of the island experiencing below-zero temperatures.
Read the full article here:
More snow could hit England and Wales overnight
Monday 6 January 2025 19:52
Holly Evans
The Met Office has warned that heavy wintery showers are expected overnight in Northern Ireland, Wales and southwest England, with the chance of snow.
Heavy wintry showers this evening in Northern Ireland, Wales and southwest England with snow possible in places, especially over hills ⚠️
— Met Office (@metoffice) January 6, 2025
Drier elsewhere albeit with isolated wintry showers and turning cold and frosty with icy patches pic.twitter.com/qJgVvti6oo
Met Office warn of hail, sleet and snow leading into Tuesday
Monday 6 January 2025 19:35
Holly Evans
Met Office Chief Meteorologist, Frank Saunders, said: “Hail, sleet or snow showers are expected to affect parts of Scotland and Northern Ireland, spreading to Wales and parts of northwest England this evening, before moving into part of southwest England, the Midlands and southern England during the early hours of Tuesday. Rain or hail is more likely towards some western coasts.
“Icy stretches which develop overnight as a result of these showers, or the recent wet conditions, could bring some disruption to travel.
“In addition to the ice, we could see snow accumulations of a few cm above 200 metres, with a chance of greater than 5 cm above 200 metres in Wales. The heaviest snow showers may also produce temporary accumulations of 0-2 cm at low levels. It is not possible to say exactly where this snow might fall, so it’s important that people are prepared.”
27,000 homes lost power on Monday due to cold snap
Monday 6 January 2025 18:57
Holly Evans
Northern Powergrid said more than 27,000 homes across Yorkshire and the North of England had lost power during the cold snap, with 100 customers still without power by Monday lunchtime.
Elsewhere, National Resources Wales had 16 flood alerts and one flood warning in place, while the Met Office warned that snow and ice was set to cause more disruption in large parts of Scotland.
Sunday night was the UK’s coldest of the winter so far, with a temperature of minus 13.3C recorded in Loch Glascarnoch in the Highlands, between Ullapool and Inverness.
Hundreds of schools were closed on Monday, in areas including Lancashire, Yorkshire and north-east Scotland.
The Met Office advised people to be “prepared” for snow.
Government to invest £2.4bn in flood defences
Monday 6 January 2025 18:46
Holly Evans
Environment minister Emma Hardy said the Government intends to refresh its approach to funding flood defences and bring in a new approach in 2026.
She told the Commons: “Flood defence integrity is at its lowest since 2009/10, with approximately 60,000 properties less well protected than if flood defences were at an optimal condition. This is why we’re investing £2.4 billion over the next two years to build and maintain flood defences.”
She added: “To make the most of our flood forming, we’ll be refreshing our approach to funding flood defences, including a review of the existing flood funding formula … to ensure the challenges facing businesses and rural and coastal communities are taken into account when delivering flood protection.
“We were going to consult on this new approach in the new year, and of course, I’ll inform all members when that consultation is live, and we aim to bring the approach in from April 2026.”
Body found in flood water in North Yorkshire
Monday 6 January 2025 18:15
Holly Evans
Police have asked for help in identifying a body found in flood water. North Yorkshire Police said the body was recovered earlier on Monday from an area of flooding near Intake Lane in Beal, close to Eggborough and Knottingley.
Officers have made inquiries locally and with neighbouring forces in Humberside and West Yorkshire but have been unable to identify the man, who was found without any personal belongings.
He was white, in his early 50s to 60s, with light brown short hair and stubble.
He wore brown walking boots, blue jeans with a brown belt, a multi-coloured knitted jumper with a zip and hood and a waterproof coat which was possibly dark green.
The man was believed to have entered the water on Saturday or Sunday.
In a post shared on social media, the force said: “Does this description match someone you know who could be missing? Do you have CCTV, doorbell, or dashcam footage from the area, or any information that could help us piece together what happened?”
Some very sad news to share with you ⬇️
— North Yorkshire Police (@NYorksPolice) January 6, 2025
Earlier today, the body of a man was recovered from an area of flooding near Intake Lane in Beal, close to Eggborough.
Despite extensive enquiries we have been unable to identify him. Can you help? https://t.co/8NXRDeLRXv pic.twitter.com/ShHuJwSkBC
17 people rescued and 200 calls made in Leicestershire
Monday 6 January 2025 17:58
Holly Evans
Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service said 17 people were rescued by crews and the control room received more than 200 calls on Monday morning as a major incident was declared.
Judi Beresford, Assistant Chief Fire and Rescue Officer, said: “Flooding poses a serious risk to lives and property, and we urge everyone to take these warnings seriously.
“Our control room and crews are working tirelessly to assist those in need and to keep people safe.
“We are working with our partners to reduce the impact of this major incident and ask the public to avoid flooded routes when travelling and never to enter floodwater.”
Flooding is ‘personal priority’, says environment minister
Monday 6 January 2025 17:37
Holly Evans
Environment minister Emma Hardy told the Commons that “flooding is a personal priority” for her, after fresh weather warnings were issued across large parts of the UK on Monday.
In a statement, Ms Hardy said that as of Monday the Environment Agency’s areas of most concern are the Midlands, Warwickshire, Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire, with a major incident declared in Leicestershire.
She added: “The EA (Environment Agency) are continuing to respond in affected areas, including in the Midlands, Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Birmingham, Nuneaton, Loughborough and the river Trent, Avon, and Idle.
“The Environment Agency are reporting at least 350 properties have flooded, and over 21,000 properties protected since New Year’s Eve. Over the next 24 to 36 hours, as water moves to the lower reaches and slower responding catchments, there will likely be some localised flooding across multiple smaller areas.
“Climate change will inevitably lead to more severe weather of the kind you have seen this weekend, but I want to reassure the House that flooding is a personal priority for me and one of our top five priorities in Defra (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs).”
Starmer urges people in flooded areas to follow advice
Monday 6 January 2025 17:21
Holly Evans
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said: “Major incidents have been declared in Lincolnshire and Leicestershire due to severe flooding.
“My thoughts are with all those affected and my thanks to responders working hard to keep communities safe.
“Anyone in these areas should follow advice from the emergency services.”
Major incidents have been declared in Lincolnshire and Leicestershire due to severe flooding.
— Keir Starmer (@Keir_Starmer) January 6, 2025
My thoughts are with all those affected and my thanks to responders working hard to keep communities safe.
Anyone in these areas should follow advice from the emergency services.
All the places at risk of flooding as severe weather warnings are issued across UK
Monday 6 January 2025 17:02
Holly Evans
Hundreds of flood warnings and alerts are in place across the country as wintry conditions continue to cause travel disruption and school closures across the UK.
Yellow warnings for snow and ice come into force across large parts of the UK on Monday afternoon and will remain in place into Tuesday.
Many commuters suffered travel disruption on Monday morning, with major roads closed and railway lines blocked.
My colleague Jabed Ahmed takes a look at all the latest warnings:
Trains calling at Gatwick but delays expected
Monday 6 January 2025 16:50
Holly Evans
Trains are now stopping at Gatwick after disruption was caused by a fire, on a day when public transport is already being affected by adverse weather.
West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said firefighters were called to a “small fire”, believed to have been caused by an electrical fault, at 12.34pm.
The station has now reopened, but travellers have been warned of delays which could reach up to 45 minutes.
⚠ UPDATE: Trains can now call at Gatwick Airport.
— Southern (@SouthernRailUK) January 6, 2025
Services in this area will be heavily delayed (30mins on average) - but are back on the move.
️ Only limited platforms will be in operation at Gatwick Airport at this time and we thank you for your patience.
Children stranded at primary school as Lincolnshire declares major incident
Monday 6 January 2025 16:27
Holly Evans
Children have been left stranded at a primary school due to flooding in the surrounding area, with Lincolnshire being the second county to declare a major incident.
The Lincolnshire Resilience Forum has said emergency services have “operational responses” in place for “a number of ongoing incidents” which include multiple road closures.
“Emergency services are also working to get children currently stranded at a school in Edenham home safely. They are safe and well, routes around affected,” the group said.
In a post on Facebook, Edenham Church of England Primary School said that the fire brigade had advised parents not to collect children, due to the risk of their vehicles becoming stuck.
We have declared a major incident in Lincolnshire in response to the adverse weather over the past few days. Emergency services have operational responses in place for a number of ongoing incidents 1/5
— Lincolnshire Resilience Forum (@LincolnshireLRF) January 6, 2025
In pictures: Flooded roads in Worcestershire
Monday 6 January 2025 16:16
Holly Evans
Simon Calder on a third weekend in a row of weather-triggered disruption to UK aviation
Monday 6 January 2025 16:01
Holly Evans
For a third weekend in a row, thousands of airline passengers woke up where they did not intend to be after large-scale flight cancellations. The Independent calculates that at least 150 flights to, from and within the UK were grounded on Sunday 5 January alone because of heavy snow and high winds.
With few alternative departures available, it is likely that 20,000 passengers were stranded – both in the UK and abroad – because their flights were cancelled or diverted.
The biggest problems were at Manchester airport, where the runway was closed because of snow for three hours on Sunday morning. The closure triggered 15 diversions – mainly of intercontinental flights – and 70 cancellations.
Some planes were diverted abroad, to Paris, Dublin and Shannon. The unluckiest passengers to be caught up in the snow chaos were the 243 on board Singapore Airlines flight SQ52, who endured not one but two diversions from Manchester to Gatwick.
Read the full article here:
Pictured: Rainbow seen over flooded fields near River Tone in Somerset
Monday 6 January 2025 15:50
Tara Cobham
What is the five-day weather forecast for the UK?
Monday 6 January 2025 15:42
Holly Evans
This Evening and Tonight:
A cold and frosty night to come, with some further wintry showers, particularly in western and northern areas. A risk of icy stretches on untreated surfaces, especially where any late wintry showers fall.
Tuesday:
Another cold day tomorrow, with a mix of sunshine and wintry showers. The showers heaviest and most frequent in the north. Windy for many, although easing in the south later.
Outlook for Wednesday to Friday:
Cold with a mixture of sunny spells and wintry showers, these most frequent in the north and northwest. A spell of rain and snow in the south possible on Wednesday.
