- Hundreds of flights at Heathrow and Gatwick have been delayed due to thunderstorms, with reports indicating that more than 600 flights have been affected so far on Saturday.
- Flight delays at Heathrow have reached up to six hours, with at least 367 flights delayed according to tracker FlightAware.
- Air traffic control restrictions due to thunderstorms have caused significant delays at Gatwick, with 352 flights affected.
- British holidaymakers are experiencing lengthy delays in European airports as thunderstorms disrupt travel plans.
- Passengers stuck abroad are worried about missing the England match due to ongoing flight chaos.
- Thunderstorms and high temperatures have caused widespread delays and cancellations at UK airports, including Gatwick, Heathrow, London City, and Edinburgh.
- Air traffic control has implemented restrictions due to severe weather, which is expected to continue throughout the day.
- The Met Office issued a yellow thunderstorm warning, forecasting frequent lightning and heavy rain.
Severe thunderstorms have wreaked havoc at UK airports, particularly at Heathrow and Gatwick, where over 600 flights have been delayed or cancelled. Passengers are experiencing waits of up to six hours due to air traffic control restrictions, with many worried about missing the England match tonight.37
According to FlightAware, at least 367 flights at Heathrow and 352 flights at Gatwick have been delayed. The Met Office issued a yellow thunderstorm warning, predicting frequent lightning and heavy rain, which has led to air traffic control implementing restrictions to avoid severe weather areas.
“We are looking at hours of delays,” said Sarah Lonsdale, a frustrated passenger. “We can’t even leave the airport because we’re through security.” Many travelers are anxious about returning home in time for the England match, with one stating, “I’m just worried about getting home for the England match tonight.”
Airlines like British Airways and Easyjet have had to adjust their schedules, with British Airways citing “weather conditions” and Easyjet pre-emptively cancelling flights due to the thunderstorms. NATS, the UK’s air traffic control service, has warned that disruptions are expected to continue throughout the day as the severe weather persists.
The hottest June day was recorded just before the storms, with temperatures reaching 37.3C in Suffolk, highlighting the extreme weather conditions affecting the region.
“Severe thunderstorms and a heatwave have caused significant flight delays at Heathrow and Gatwick airports, affecting hundreds of travelers. British Airways and Easyjet have adjusted their schedules, leading to cancellations and disruptions as travelers express concerns about returning in time for the England match.”
Daily Star
