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UK Grapples with Severe Winter Weather

Heavy snowfall disrupts flights and sporting events, with health alerts issued across five regions.

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Overview

  • Glasgow Airport suspended all flights due to heavy snowfall, with operations resuming later in the day.
  • The Met Office issued yellow warnings for snow and ice across the UK, with an amber alert for snow in Cumbria.
  • Several sporting events, including football matches and a high-profile racing fixture, were cancelled due to the adverse weather conditions.
  • Manchester United's flight to Newcastle was cancelled, forcing the team to travel by coach.
  • The UK Health Security Agency issued amber cold health alerts in five regions, indicating potential impacts on the entire health service.