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MNN Global · January 12, 2026 · 1 min read

Thousands stranded in Lapland as extreme cold cancels flights

What happened: Flights from Kittila airport in northern Finland were cancelled due to temperatures dropping to -38C, leaving thousands of tourists stranded.

Why it matters:

  • Travel disruptions affect tourists and local businesses relying on winter visitors
  • Extreme cold highlights challenges for transport in Arctic regions

MNN Take: Severe cold weather can force airports to halt operations for safety, impacting travel plans and local economies.

Sources: BBC World