Thunderstorms disrupt 900+ flights at Heathrow and Gatwick, 40,000 stranded
Severe thunderstorms on June 28, 2026, caused over 900 flight cancellations and delays at Heathrow and Gatwick airports. About 40,000 passengers were left stranded due to the disruptions lasting throughout the day.
Thunderstorm Disruptions Cause Flight Delays and Cancellations at Gatwick
Severe thunderstorms at London Gatwick on June 28, 2026, prompted multiple flight delays and cancellations. Passengers faced disruptions to their travel throughout the day.
Over 900 Flights Disrupted at Heathrow and Gatwick Due to Storms
Thunderstorms on June 28, 2026, triggered widespread flight cancellations and delays at Heathrow and Gatwick airports. Approximately 40,000 passengers experienced disruption due to these weather-related interruptions.
Thunderstorms disrupt 900+ flights, strand 40,000 at Heathrow and Gatwick
Severe thunderstorms on June 28, 2026, caused major disruptions at Heathrow and Gatwick airports, affecting over 900 flights. Around 40,000 passengers faced cancellations and delays during the storm.
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Thunderstorms Cancel 900+ Flights at Heathrow & Gatwick, 40,000 Stranded
Severe thunderstorms on June 28, 2026, caused over 900 flight disruptions at Heathrow and Gatwick airports, leaving about 40,000 passengers stranded. The storms abruptly ended a UK heatwave, leading to extensive cancellations and delays.
40,000 Stranded as Thunderstorms Cancel Flights at Heathrow and Gatwick
Severe thunderstorms on June 28, 2026, caused widespread flight cancellations and delays at Heathrow and Gatwick airports. Around 40,000 passengers were stranded due to these disruptions.
Thunderstorms Cause Flight Disruptions at Heathrow and Gatwick
Severe thunderstorms on June 28 disrupted over 900 flights at Heathrow and Gatwick airports. Around 40,000 passengers experienced cancellations and delays.
Thunderstorms Cause Flight Cancellations at Heathrow and Gatwick
Severe thunderstorms on June 28 caused flight cancellations at Heathrow and Gatwick airports. Around 40,000 passengers were left stranded as a result.
Thunderstorms Cancel Flights, 40,000 Stranded at Heathrow and Gatwick
Severe thunderstorms on June 28 disrupted operations at Heathrow and Gatwick, causing hundreds of flight cancellations and stranding around 40,000 passengers. Travelers are experiencing significant delays as airports work to manage the disruption.
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