Multiple snow warnings have been issued across the UK as a chilly Arctic blast continues to hit the region, causing widespread frost and snow. Yellow weather warnings for snow and ice remain in place across most of England, Wales and Scotland, on top of warnings already energetic since the turn of the 12 months. According to British media reportsduring the weekend, the temperature may drop well below zero, and the predicted amount of snow may amount to as much as 30 cm.
In addition to snow warnings, an amber health alert is in force across England, meaning there may be a risk of a rise in deaths, and the NHS is advising people to avoid going outside, especially in the morning when there may be heavy frost.
Weather warnings issued up to now:
- A yellow warning for snow and ice might be in place from midday on Saturday (January 4) until midnight, covering all of England except the South West and Wales.
- Another yellow snow warning will apply across most of Scotland from midnight on Sunday (January 5) until 12:00 GMT on Monday (January 6).
- A yellow warning is now in force for north-east Scotland, north-west England, west Wales and parts of Northern Ireland until 10:00 GMT on Friday (January 3).
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Flooding in Greater Manchester
While warnings remain in place, a “major incident” was declared in Greater Manchester on Wednesday (January 1) as flooding forced the evacuation of homes and the closure of railway lines. The Met Office has issued a warning for dangerous road conditions and urged members of the public to plan routes, check for delays, road closures and, if possible, delay their journey.
Floods Minister Emma Hardy he said met with Environment Agency officials to “ensure affected communities receive the support they need”.
“The Government is working at pace to accelerate the construction of flood defences, through our new Flood Resilience Taskforce, so we can continue to protect people and their homes.”
According to Greater Manchester Police, the areas most affected by flooding are Bolton, Didsbury, Harpurhey, Stalybridge, Stockport and Wigan.
