Significant weather disruption continues across the UK, prompting widespread school closures and travel delays. Amber snow warnings are in place for southwest England, with up to 10 cm of snowfall anticipated. Further yellow warnings for snow, ice, and fog are active for numerous areas, impacting travel and daily life.
The Met Office predicts temperatures plummeting to -20°C in some regions, extending the cold snap into the end of the week. This has led to significant travel disruptions and prompted mass school closures.
The UK Health Security Agency has extended its amber cold weather health alert for all of England until Sunday, anticipating an increased risk of health complications for vulnerable populations due to the extreme cold.
This comes after severe flooding and snow caused considerable disruption Wednesday. Local authorities are reporting significant challenges in clearing roads and managing the impacts of the weather.
Motorists are urged to exercise caution and avoid non-essential travel. The Met Office has provided detailed forecasts highlighting potential further snow and ice in certain areas. Additional warnings for snow and ice remain in place for Northern Ireland and Northern Scotland. The prolonged cold spell is impacting numerous areas, with varying impacts on travel, transportation, and daily routines.
Further information on impacted areas and school closures is available online. The extended cold weather has also strained local health services, with several hospitals reporting increased strain due to flu cases reaching their highest levels since 2022.
