Snow Causes Travel Disruption Across UK

The video discusses the impact of adverse weather conditions on transportation in Britain. Heathrow Airport preemptively canceled flights to prevent backlogs due to its high capacity. Despite warnings, road conditions led to numerous accidents, with some travelers stranded overnight. Railways also faced disruptions, but efforts were made to keep tracks clear. The snow, while picturesque, caused significant travel disruptions across the country.

Why did Heathrow Airport decide to cancel a third of its flights before any snow fell?

• To prevent a backlog due to high capacity utilization

• Because of a technical failure

• Due to a strike by airport staff

• To conduct maintenance work on the runways

What was the response of the Highways Agency to the weather conditions?

• They issued an Amber Alert

• They closed all major roads

• They deployed emergency services

• They issued a Red Alert

What advice did the RAC give to drivers during the icy conditions?

• To only use public transport

• To drive faster to avoid skidding

• To be cautious and prepare for any journey

• To avoid driving at all costs

How did Network Rail respond to the weather disruptions?

• By closing all stations

• By increasing ticket prices

• By working through the night to clear tracks

• By canceling all train services

What was the unexpected result of the snowfall in Stratford?

• It caused a power outage

• It made the views more picturesque

• It led to a heatwave

• It resulted in a drought