Hundreds of Heathrow and Gatwick flights delayed due to thunderstorms
Severe thunderstorms have caused significant flight delays and cancellations at London's Heathrow and Gatwick airports. Air traffic control services warn that weather-related disruptions are expected to persist throughout the day.
Why it matters
Large-scale travel disruptions impact thousands of passengers and highlight the vulnerability of aviation infrastructure to extreme weather events.
Image source, In pictures/Getty Images Image caption, Flights are delayed at Gatwick and Heathrow, with multiple airlines affected (file picture of Gatwick)
The article provides a straightforward, factual report on travel delays using official statements from airports and aviation agencies.
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