Drone footage shows extent of flooding as cold weather warning issued
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The Met Office has warned that the UK could be hit with “disruptive” snow as temperatures are set to drop to -4C.
The forecaster has issued yellow weather warnings for snow and ice from Sunday until late on Monday as temperatures plummet.
The warning will come into place across northern Scotland from 12am on Sunday and from 3am on Monday for Northern Ireland. Both are set to remain until 11:59pm on Monday with travel disruption, power cuts and injuries from slippery falls possible.
In Scotland temperatures could plummet to -4C while snow showers may vary. Some parts may see 2-5cm of snow by the end of Sunday.
“Some roads and railways likely to be affected with longer journey times by road, bus and train services,” a Met Office warning says.
As a result of the ongoing icy conditions, the UK Health Security Agency has issued amber and yellow health weather alerts across England which warn of an increased risk of fatalities and other “significant impacts” across health and social care.
Snow could also fall further south by Wednesday as the cold air moves down from Scotland and the North of England.
ICYMI: Snow blankets parts of UK with temperatures set to plunge to -9C
Flurries of snow and sleet were seen in London and wider South East as the Met Office issued a yellow warning for ice across southern England and South Wales.
Joe Middleton reports:
Matt Mathers13 January 2024 23:30
How to drive safely when on the road in icy conditions
The Met Office says drivers can help keep themselves safer driving in icy conditions by keeping their speed down and looking “well ahead” for hazards.
Motorists can also stay safer by:
- Accelerating, braking, steering and changing gear as smoothly as possible to reduce the risk of a skid
- Using a higher gear may be more appropriate to help grip on packed ice
- Using a higher gear helps manage engine power making it easier to find traction
Matt Mathers13 January 2024 22:30
ICYMI: Snow and ice warnings this weekend as Arctic air sees temperature plunge
The Met Office has warned that disruptive snow could blanket parts of Britain this weekend as it issues warnings for an “Arctic airmass” that will sweep across the country.
The forecaster said a northerly airflow will bring cold Arctic air from Sunday and into early next week, with snow showers focused across northern areas of Scotland and Northern Ireland. The yellow warning states up to 10cm of snow could fall in just a few hours on Monday alone, and it has the potential to disrupt travel, cause injuries on ice and power cuts.
Matt Mathers13 January 2024 21:30
Explained: What is an amber health alert? How it could impact you
An amber cold health alert has been issued for vast regions of the UK as temperatures are set to plummet further.
More snow is forecast to hit Britain after parts of the UK were blanketed on Monday, as plunging temperatures of -10C overnight triggered an amber health alert with a cold snap expected to last weeks.
Maira Butt reports:
Matt Mathers13 January 2024 20:30
Met says UK will get warmer by end of next week
Towards the end of the week, it’s likely there will likely be a transition back to less cold conditions as Atlantic systems start to arrive from the west, the Met says.
This will see a return to unsettled conditions with spells of rain and strong winds across all areas at times, forecasters say.
While the conditions should gradually turn milder, this transition brings the chance of further spells of snow.
File photo: Storm Gerrit snow on the A9 at Drumochter, Scotland
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Matt Mathers13 January 2024 20:00
Mercury will struggle to get above 0C next week
Highs of 3C are forecast for Glasgow, 4C in Manchester and 7C in London. South Wales is expected to be the warmest part of the country, with highs of 8C in Cardiff region.
Temperatures will then fall to -1C or -2 in most urban areas overnight on Monday.
On Thursday and Friday, forecasters say it will remain widely “very cold” with the potential for severe overnight frost.
Mapped- UK Weather Warnings
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Matt Mathers13 January 2024 19:40
Snow could spread south by Wednesday – Met Office
Snow could spread to southern parts of the UK by Wednesday, forecaster says.
“There are a couple of weather systems for Tuesday and Wednesday which we are keeping an eye on that bring the potential for disruptive snow for some regions,” Chris Bulmer, Met Office deputy chief meteorologist, said.
“Any weather systems that move across the country next week will bring mainly snowfall inland.
“Models are currently showing us a variety of options for both systems and we’ll be able to add more details to in the coming days.”
Matt Mathers13 January 2024 19:08
How to drive safely when on the road in icy conditions
The Met Office says drivers can help keep themselves safer driving in icy conditions by keeping their speed down and looking “well ahead” for hazards.
Motorists can also stay safer by:
- Accelerating, braking, steering and changing gear as smoothly as possible to reduce the risk of a skid
- Using a higher gear may be more appropriate to help grip on packed ice
- Using a higher gear helps manage engine power making it easier to find traction
File photo: A woman scrapes the windscreen to remove frost from her car after the UK had its coldest night
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Matt Mathers13 January 2024 18:30
ICYMI – Snow and ice warnings this weekend as Arctic air sees temperature plunge
The Met Office has warned that disruptive snow could blanket parts of Britain this weekend as it issues warnings for an “Arctic airmass” that will sweep across the country.
The forecaster said a northerly airflow will bring cold Arctic air from Sunday and into early next week, with snow showers focused across northern areas of Scotland and Northern Ireland. The yellow warning states up to 10cm of snow could fall in just a few hours on Monday alone, and it has the potential to disrupt travel, cause injuries on ice and power cuts.
Temperatures across the country are set to drop over the weekend and into next week, with sub-zero lows of -2C on Tuesday.
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Lydia Patrick13 January 2024 18:00
145 flood warning and alerts in place
Some 145 flood warnings and alerts remain in place across England after weeks of wet weather.
Forty-four flood “warnings” – where flooding is “expected” – are active in several parts of the country.
Meanwhile, 101 less serious flood “alerts” – meaning flooding is “possible” – are in force.
The Met Office and Environment Agency say 11 flood warnings have been removed in the past 24 hours.
File photo: A man is assisted to his home amid flood in Wraysbury
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Matt Mathers13 January 2024 17:30