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Birmingham Airport reopens after closing for several hours in snow - but disruption continues after Storm Goretti chaos

Birmingham Airport has reopened after suspending operations due to the impact of Storm Goretti

By Dan Stacey
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The West Midlands has been hammered by heavy snow, winds and cold weather as the Met Office placed an amber warning on the region.

A number of travel services have been impacted, including West Midlands Railway and local motorways however Birmingham Airport has confirmed this morning that it has reopened, albeit with reduced services.

Holiday makers battle the snow leaving Birmingham Airport after all flights were cancelled after being hit by heavy snow. Heavy snow hits the Midlands causing chaos on the roads and at airports.
Holiday makers battle the snow leaving Birmingham Airport after all flights were cancelled after being hit by heavy snow. Heavy snow hits the Midlands causing chaos on the roads and at airports.

Posting an update on X, Birmingham Airport said this morning: "Our runway has reopened on a reduced basis and our teams are working to get passengers away as efficiently as possible.

"Whilst we apologise for any inconvenience Storm Goretti has caused, the safety of our colleagues and customers is our number one priority. Passengers due to travel are advised to check the status of their flight with their airline."

One Air India aircraft declared an emergency after it was forced to divert to Heathrow as it was unable to land in Birmingham. Airport crews spent last night battling to keep runways clear.

A Ryanair flight to Alicante was the first to leave this morning at 5.45am.