The Met Office has issued a new yellow weather warning for snow and ice, cautioning about potential injuries.
This warning encompasses northwest and northeast England, Yorkshire, the Humber region, Strathclyde, as well as southwestern and central regions of Scotland. It is effective from midnight tonight until 11 a.m. tomorrow.
The Met Office has highlighted the risk of “some injuries” due to slips and falls on icy surfaces. The warning also mentions possible disruptions on roads and railways, leading to longer travel times for road, bus, and train services.
Areas affected:
– Central, Tayside, and Fife
– Northeast
– Northwest
– Southwest Scotland and the Lothian Borders
– Strathclyde
– Yorkshire and the Humber
This warning coincides with numerous school closures, flight cancellations, and disruptions in rail services due to ongoing weather alerts, particularly related to snow.
While amber weather warnings are in effect for heavy snow in parts of Scotland, with expected travel disruptions, yellow warnings for snow and ice cover broad areas across the UK.
Multiple schools in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland are closed today, with flight cancellations and affected train services.
Additional yellow warnings for snow and ice blanket various regions in the UK, including Northern Ireland, Wales, most of Scotland above Glasgow, southwest and northwest England, the Midlands, eastern England, and the northeast, extending up to the Scottish Borders.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued amber cold health alerts for England, signaling potential health impacts from adverse temperatures until Friday.
Loganair has canceled flights from Aberdeen and Inverness airports due to heavy snowfall.
Liverpool John Lennon Airport reported runway closure on Monday at 8 a.m. due to wintry conditions, causing flight delays and cancellations.
Police have issued travel advisories following an amber weather warning for snow in north and northeast Scotland.
Assistant Chief Constable Alan Waddell advised caution due to forecasted heavy snow showers and icy conditions, emphasizing hazardous driving conditions.
Scottish Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop urged readiness for challenging conditions with more snow and ice expected in the same areas, especially as people return to work after the festive break.
For those who must travel, ensure your vehicle is winter-ready and have a winter emergency kit in your car.
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