- Heavy snow and freezing rain cause major disruptions across the UK, including flight delays and power outages.
- The US faces hazardous conditions from blizzards and ice, affecting over 60 million people across several states.
- The storm will move eastward, with frigid Arctic air expected in both regions by the middle of next week.
In the UK, heavy snow and freezing rain have caused widespread travel and power disruptions. Major airports, including Manchester and Liverpool, have temporarily closed runways, and many flights have been diverted.
The road network has been heavily impacted, particularly in the north, with up to 40 centimeters of snow possible above 300 meters.The Met Office forecasts that snow and sleet will continue to affect northern England and southern Scotland, with milder weather expected to return by Tuesday.
Snowstorms in the UK and US Cause Widespread Disruptions and Dangerous Conditions
In the US, a massive winter storm has brought blizzards, icy conditions, and freezing rain across the Plains and East Coast. States like Kentucky and Virginia have declared emergencies as snow accumulations of up to one foot and ice threaten power lines and roads. With hazardous driving conditions expected, airports like Kansas City International have temporarily closed due to ice. The storm is forecast to move out by Monday, followed by a blast of Arctic cold across the eastern US by midweek.
The UK’s Met Office has issued weather warnings, predicting continued snow and sleet throughout Sunday, with northern England and southern Scotland facing the heaviest conditions. As the weather front moves north, the southern parts of the country will experience milder conditions. The cold will persist through early next week, with frost and icy patches expected until Tuesday.
In the US, a major winter storm is impacting over 60 million people, with blizzards and freezing rain moving from the Plains to the East Coast. Several states, including Kentucky and Virginia, have declared states of emergency as hazardous conditions affect travel and power infrastructure. Snow accumulation ranges from 1 inch to 1 foot in some regions, and ice is expected to cause widespread power outages, particularly in southern Missouri, Kentucky, and Tennessee.
The storm is expected to move off the East Coast by Monday, but a second wave of Arctic air will bring frigid temperatures to the eastern two-thirds of the country. This cold front will last well into the middle of the week, further complicating travel and safety across the affected regions.
Both the UK and US are facing severe winter weather that is causing major disruptions and risks. While conditions are expected to improve by midweek, travelers and residents should remain cautious.
“The storm is still taking shape,” meteorologist Rich Bann said, highlighting the unpredictable and dangerous nature of the ongoing winter storm impacting both the UK and US.
