Storm Doris hits London: Heathrow warns of flight delays and cancellations due to strong winds

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Storm Doris has arrived and Londoners are waking up to strong winds in the capital this morning. 

Earlier this week the Met Office issued a severe weather warning for London ahead of Storm Doris' arrival, and forecast winds of up to 50-60mph, along with ice, snow, rain and fog. The storm is also causing disruption to rail services.

The weather conditions have prompted Heathrow Airport to warn travellers that flights may be subject to delays or even cancellations.

A number of flights within the UK and between the UK and Ireland have been cancelled, with Aer Lingus warning that "high winds in Ireland, the UK and across Western Europe… are causing significant disruption to our flight schedule including some lengthy delays and cancellations".

 

Heathrow said in a statement last night: "Due to strong winds forecast for across the UK tomorrow (Feb 23), we will be operating with a reduced flight schedule. This measure has been taken to ensure the safety of our passengers and colleagues, which remains our utmost priority. Please check your flight status with your airline prior to travelling to the airport."

The airport then reiterated its warning this morning.

Gatwick and Stansted airports said they are operating as normal, however the Stansted Express has warned services may be cancelled or revised due to overhead wire problems between Tottenham Hale and Cheshunt.