Thunderstorms Disrupt Gatwick and Heathrow Flights

Severe thunderstorms disrupted hundreds of flights at London's Heathrow and Gatwick airports on June 27, 2026, causing significant delays and cancellations. Passengers reported being stranded on grounded aircraft for extended periods amidst sweltering conditions. This weather event followed consecutive days of temperatures exceeding 30C across the UK and much of Europe, which has been experiencing a record-breaking heatwave. The downpours and lightning illuminated the London skies overnight, exacerbating travel chaos that had already been building due to the extreme heat. The disruption highlights the vulnerability of air travel infrastructure to severe weather phenomena, particularly during periods of intense heat. Further updates on the extent of the disruption and recovery efforts are expected as the weather system moves through the region.