LONDON — Severe flooding impacted various regions across England, while snow led to the temporary closure of three airports on Tuesday. The wet and icy conditions, expected to continue for at least another day, have perpetuated travel disruptions that have been prevalent in the U.K. since the onset of the new year.

Large areas of the Midlands were submerged, prompting over 200 flood warnings due to overflowing rivers that inundated villages and agricultural lands. A critical flood warning highlighting life-threatening situations was issued for the River Soar in Leicestershire, where several trailer parks are positioned within the floodplain. Aerial imagery captured the extent of the flooding in Barrow Upon Soar, showcasing mobile homes engulfed by murky waters, with one vehicle almost entirely submerged.

Multiple train lines and major thoroughfares were also shut down due to the adverse weather conditions, which brought snow and ice that caused major disruptions especially in northern England and Scotland. Airports in Manchester, Liverpool, and Aberdeen were forced to halt operations temporarily in the morning hours while crews worked to clear the snow accumulation from the runways.

Since Monday, rescue operations have been underway as numerous individuals were saved from flooded residences and stranded vehicles in the Midlands. Furthermore, hundreds of schools opted to close their doors for the initial days of the year in northern regions of the U.K.

Duaa Abdulal shared her experience of being trapped with her mother and sister on the upper floor of their home in Loughborough, Leicestershire, following a repeat incident of flooding that previously affected their property last year. “Fortunately, we managed to elevate our belongings upstairs upon receiving the flood warning,” Abdulal remarked. “We are still in the process of recovering from last year’s damage; refurbishing is still underway, so it’s been a stressful situation for us.”

Much of the United Kingdom has experienced harsh winds and consistent rainfall since before New Year’s Day, leading to the cancellation of multiple fireworks displays and celebrations. Several communities, particularly since the beginning of this year, have faced significant flooding challenges.

In a tragic development, the body of a man was discovered in a flooded area near the River Aire in northern England. North Yorkshire police indicated that the deceased had been informally identified, and they are in the process of reaching out to his family.