A brutal cold snap and the arrival of Storm Goretti have triggered a “major incident” across the UK and brought European aviation to a standstill. With temperatures plummeting to -12.5°C, authorities are warning of life-threatening conditions and historic travel delays.
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- National Gridlock: Met Office ice warnings now blanket nearly the entire UK. Scotland remains the hardest hit, with a major incident declared in Aberdeenshire as 10cm of fresh snow falls.
- Approaching Blizzard: Forecasters are tracking a heavy snow front set to hit Thursday and Friday, potentially dumping 20cm (8 inches) across England and Wales.
- Emergency Support: The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has triggered Cold Weather Payments for 450+ postcodes to help vulnerable residents cope with the deep freeze.
European Turmoil: 800+ Flights Grounded
- Amsterdam (Schiphol): The worst-hit hub. Over 700 flights are cancelled. KLM is rationing de-icing fluid, and hundreds of passengers are currently sleeping on camp beds in terminal lounges.
- France: Nearly 150 flights were axed at Paris Charles de Gaulle and Orly this morning. 38 regions are on “Orange Alert” for lethal black ice.
- The Continent: The freeze has stretched into Germany and the Balkans, with temperatures consistently below -10°C, stalling rail and road networks.
