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Manchester Airport stops ALL flights to clear ‘heavy snow’ covering runways – as passengers warned to expect delays

A MAJOR UK Airport has been forced to stop all flights to clear “heavy snow” as the cold snap continues to batter Britain.

Manchester Airport runways are temporarily blocked off this morning as teams desperately attempt to shift the white stuff off the tarmac.

Snow plough clearing snow from Manchester Airport runway.
Reuters

Manchester Airport runways pictured here on Monday[/caption]

Passengers have been thrust into chaos as they’re urged to check with airlines for updates on their flights.

It is not yet known when it will reopen.

In a statement the airport said: “Our runways are temporarily closed due to significant levels of snow, as our team work hard to clear them as quickly as possible.

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“The safety of our passengers is our top priority, and we appreciate your patience during this time.

“Please check with your airline for the latest flight information and allow extra time today.

“We will update you as soon as possible.”

It comes after the airport had the same problems at the start of the week.

Tractors clearing snow from around airplanes at a snow-covered airport.
Reuters

The airport, snapped here on Monday, has been forced to close again[/caption]

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