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The UK is bracing itself for the first winter snow and ice, with the Met Office forecasting more snow across various parts of the country. According to the Met Office, temperatures are expected to be lower than average for mid-November, with sub-zero temperatures expected during the night. Scotland has already seen the first snowfall this winter, along with the coldest temperature since last winter registered at minus 7.8C in Tulloch Bridge in the Scottish Highlands. The Met Office has issued three yellow warnings for snow and ice for northern Scotland, northern England, Northern Ireland, and portions of the Midlands.
The Met Office predicts that temperatures in London will drop to -2°C, whereas Birmingham will see temperatures dip to -4°C, whereas those in northern areas could see sub-zero temperatures of -7°C. Meteorologists warn that snowfall could hit lower levels, causing road disruption. Areas higher than 300m and 200m could see up to 20cm and 10cm of snow coverage, respectively.
The wintry weather is expected to disrupt transport routes during rush hour on Tuesday across central portions of the UK. National Highways has issued an amber severe weather warning for snow in the North East and North West regions from 19:00 on Monday to 10:00 on Tuesday. The warning requires drivers to keep their distance, reduce speed, and pack a kit with essentials such as food, water, and a shovel. The UK health security agency (UKHSA) has cautioned that there is an increased risk to vulnerable people, advising them to check on their vulnerable friends, families, and neighbours to ensure they are well prepared for the onset of cold weather.
In addition, the health alert for extreme cold weather has been issued for six areas including the East Midlands, West Midlands, North East, North West, and Yorkshire and the Humber. The UKHSA warned that the weather could have an impact on the entire health service, making it vital for people to prepare for the upcoming winter months. The northeastern and northwestern parts of the UK should prepare themselves for a snow storm as the weather agency warns of disruptive snowfall and ice
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