Planes at Birmingham Airport were seen battling against the fierce winds of Storm Eowyn on Friday, as the storm caused widespread travel disruption across the United Kingdom. The scenes at the airport were captured as the powerful storm brought red weather warnings to the UK, prompting hundreds of school closures and the suspension of all ScotRail services across Scotland.
In addition to the school closures, the West Coast and East Coast main lines were closed north of Preston and Newcastle respectively, with Network Rail warning that other lines may also be closed at short notice due to the storm. The rail company also issued a plea for homeowners to secure trampolines and garden furniture to prevent them from being blown onto the tracks during high winds.
National Rail has advised passengers not to travel across parts of northern England, as Storm Eowyn continues to wreak havoc on transportation systems. The storm has also caused disruptions at Birmingham Airport, with planes visibly struggling to take off and land in the strong winds.
As the UK continues to grapple with the effects of Storm Eowyn, residents are urged to take precautions and stay safe during this extreme weather event.
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