Snow and Ice Warning Hits Northern UK
Snow and ice are set to cause chaos from midday today until midnight across Northern Ireland, northwest England, and north Wales. Drivers have been urged to allow extra time for their morning commutes due to icy roads and ongoing travel disruptions.
Freezing Temps and Snowfall Bring Travel Trouble
A hard frost will sweep the region overnight into Tuesday, with temperatures plunging as low as -8°C. South-east England has already seen snow, while Scotland remains under a yellow weather warning for snow and ice until Wednesday.
Met Office warnings highlight that snow showers and icy patches could cause serious disruption for drivers and train passengers alike. BBC’s Billy Payne reports a dusting of snow fell overnight in Scotland and northern England, with up to 18cm (7in) recorded at Loch Glascarnoch.
“This could be a problem during rush hour, causing a few issues on the roads,” warned Met Office meteorologist Craig Snell. “Flooding is still a possibility.” A yellow ice warning is also in effect until 10 a.m. across Northern Ireland, northern Wales, northern England, the Midlands, and southern Scotland.
Southern Snow Melting But Cold Snap Continues
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The chill will linger through the week, especially in northern areas, with scattered showers and frost at night. Temperatures won’t rise noticeably until the weekend.
Flooded Streets Freeze Over – Driving Danger Rises
Last weekend’s severe flooding, which led to over 100 flood warnings and 172 alerts across England, now meets icy conditions. Environment Agency’s Sarah Cook said workers will continue clearing flood-hit areas, warning residents to stay clear of swollen rivers and avoid driving through flood water.
“It’s now ice that poses the greatest danger to drivers,” said RAC’s Rod Dennis. “Be cautious and slow down, especially on untreated rural roads.”
Despite being shorter than December’s deep freeze, this cold snap is still a hazard. York rescue workers recently needed boats to navigate floodwaters — a stark reminder of the ongoing weather chaos.
