Britain is facing some of the worst bad weather in years as snowfall, frost and flooding have caused severe problems for travel, energy supplies and public safety.

The extreme weather continues, with authorities issuing continuous warnings about the dangerous conditions.

Cancellations to air travel

Heavy snowfall and icy runways have forced many airports to temporarily suspend operations.

Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds Bradford and Bristol closed their runways on Sunday morning, while Birmingham and Manchester reopened later in the day, but with significant delays. Hundreds of flights were cancelled or delayed, with travellers advised to contact their airlines for updates.

Traffic congestion and accidents on the roads

Bad weather has severely affected the road network, with major motorways such as the A66, A1 and M62 closed in many places due to heavy snow, ice and accidents.

A lorry got stuck in ice on the A1, blocking the flow of traffic, while there were multiple road accidents on the M62. In Scotland, the A9 motorway was severely affected by flooding.

Power cuts and restoration difficulties

National Grid has reported widespread power cuts in areas of the Midlands, south-west England and South Wales.

Despite restoration efforts, many homes remain without power and residents are being warned to take precautions due to the low temperatures.

Severe delays on trains

Snowfall and flooding have caused severe changes to rail services. The line between Leeds and Halifax has been closed and passengers travelling on the London to Edinburgh line are being advised to postpone their journeys. In Scotland, lines near Inverness are experiencing flooding and landslides.

Flooding in areas of southwest England

In Devon, the rivers Taw and Torridge overflowed, causing flooding in residential areas. The Environment Agency has issued risk warnings, while the rain continues to cause concern.

Health consequences and prevention measures

The UK Public Health Service (UKHSA) has issued warnings about the health impacts of bad weather, particularly for older people and vulnerable groups. People are advised to avoid early morning and late evening commutes, wear warm clothing and keep sufficient stocks of food and medicines.

Authorities’ recommendations

Health Minister Wes Streeting urged people to take protective measures, such as keeping heat in their homes and avoiding unnecessary travel. Also, municipalities across the country have activated homeless assistance programs, providing shelter and hot meals.

Prospects for the future

Forecasters are warning of more snow and freezing temperatures in the coming days, with Monday bringing even more disruption to transport and daily life. Authorities are asking the public to be vigilant and monitor updates.