Catch live updates from Manchester Airport as it recovers from disruptions caused by heavy snowfall and runway closures this morning
Manchester: So, there’s been quite a bit of drama at Manchester Airport today. An aviation YouTuber, Simon Lowe, has set up a cool multi-camera livestream to show what’s going on after some serious snowfall caused a bit of chaos.
This morning, around 9 am, the airport had to close its runways for about an hour because of the snow. It really threw a wrench in travel plans across Greater Manchester, especially with the temperatures dropping again.
Simon’s livestream gives a front-row seat to all the action. You can see the snow ploughs and other equipment working hard to clear the runways for flights. It’s pretty fascinating to watch, honestly.
Good news, though! The runways are back open now, but passengers should still expect some delays. If you’re flying out, it’s a good idea to check with your airline for the latest updates.
The stream is set to run until 3 pm, so you can catch all the action live. The airport has also put out a statement thanking their teams for getting things back on track and reminding everyone to be patient.
Oh, and just a heads up, there’s a yellow weather warning for snow and ice in the area until 11 am. This morning, the roads were a mess, with some major routes like the M60 and M56 experiencing severe delays.
Plus, the A555 relief road to the airport is still closed due to flooding and icy conditions. A lot of schools are closed too, so it’s a bit of a tough day for many.
Transport for Greater Manchester is advising everyone to plan ahead and be careful out there. With the cold weather sticking around, roads and pavements could be icy, making travel tricky.
