Britain is experiencing a prolonged period of extreme cold, with temperatures dropping to as low as -12.5 degrees Celsius in Norfolk. The severe weather conditions have led to the cancellation of hundreds of flights, with major airports in Scotland and England facing disruptions. In Northern Ireland, over 500 schools have been closed due to the harsh weather, while thousands of travelers have faced delays and cancellations on roads, railways, and ships.
According to reports, the number of drivers asking for help due to car breakdowns has increased by 40% on average. The severe weather conditions have also caused disruptions to train services in Scotland, with services expected to resume only in the evening. The Eurostar service between London and Brussels has also been affected, with trains unable to proceed beyond Brussels.
Airports in Aberdeen and Inverness have been forced to cancel flights due to the severe snowfall, while Liverpool John Lennon Airport was closed for several hours. In Northern Ireland, flights at the City of Derry Airport have been delayed and canceled.
The severe weather conditions have led to a record number of school closures, with over 500 schools shut down across the country. In Europe, the extreme cold has also caused disruptions, with almost 400 flights canceled at Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport.
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