UK weather live: Met Office issues new snow and ice warning as commuters set for travel disruptions
More snow is forecast across Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales and northern England overnight
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Your support makes all the difference.The UK is braced for more snow overnight as the Met Office warned of plummeting temperatures and further travel chaos across the country.
The forecaster issued a fresh snow and ice warning for much of southern England, the Midlands and western Scotland until 10am on Tuesday.
Temperatures are also set to plummet overnight, reaching -3C in some parts of Scotland and -1C in parts of southern England.
On Tuesday, motorists faced disruption and train services were cancelled with more than 200 schools forced to close on Tuesday.
National Highways warned of snow disruption for the North east and North west - with 10-15cm of snow expected to fall on some motorways. Meanwhile, National Rail warned the cold climate would impact various routes on the Northern Rail throughout the afternoon.
At least 141 schools had shut down in Wales, 50 in the West Midlands, 11 in Scotland and 19 in Derbyshire, according to local authorities.
How to keep your dog safe and warm as the winter snow and ice sets in
Temperatures are due to drop dramatically over the coming days and we need to be mindful about how this chilly weather may affect our pets.
The Met Office has issued several yellow weather warnings for snow and ice for parts of the UK this week, so it’s important to prepare our dogs, as well as ourselves, for this forecast.
From diet to grooming, here are some things to bear in mind to keep your four-legged friends safe and well this winter…
- Keep their paws well-groomed: Paws are very sensitive to temperature changes, so try to give them some extra care and attention this winter.
- Be aware of winter hazards: Antifreeze is great for defrosting your car in a hurry, but make sure you keep it out of reach from your pets.
- Shovel the garden: If it snows this year, consider shovelling a patch of grass so your dog can go to the toilet comfortably and not get too cold.,
- Try to avoid overfeeding them: The winter months can lead to a reduction in the amount of activity your dog gets and can result in them piling on the pounds.
- Keep them active: Play fetch in the living room to keep your dog active if your dog doesn’t want to venture outside in the cold.
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Full story: Ice warning issued after heavy snow sparks travel chaos and school closures with more set to fall
A new ice warning has been issued after heavy snow sparked chaos on Tuesday, with widespread travel disruption and more than 200 schools forced to close.
Snow fell across large swathes of the country on Monday night and Tuesday morning, including London, Wales, Scotland and the Midlands.
The “first taste of winter” caused mass disruption as by Tuesday afternoon, more than 200 school closures had been reported, with around 140 recorded in Wales.
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Heavy snow sparks travel chaos and school closures with more set to fall
Snow fell across large swathes parts of the country on Monday night and Tuesday morning
Pictured: Snow blankets parts of the UK
Alzheimer’s Society issues warning
The Alzheimer’s Society warned that cold weather can be “particularly challenging” for people with dementia.
“Colder temperatures can be difficult for a person with dementia to adjust to, and they may not always be able to communicate that they are cold – or they may not even recognise it themselves,” the charity said.
It urged people to do the following:
- Make sure the person is dressed appropriately - layers are key;
- Keep the room warm;
- Encourage regular movement;
- Make the most of natural daylight as decreased sunlight can cause someone with dementia to feel increased anxiety, confusion, and even depression;
- Keep to your routine as a big change in routine can cause someone with dementia to become confused or agitated;
- Be careful in icy weather. Perception issues can make it difficult for someone with dementia to see icy patches;
- Make sure they’re eating and drinking regularly.
Power cut warnings as more snow to fall
The Met Office has warned many could be facing power cuts as a result of heavy snow.
Some of those under yellow weather warnings have been told by the forecasters that short term loss of power is “likely” while others have been warned that other services, such as mobile phone coverage, may be affected.
The forecasters said: “People cope better when they have prepared in advance for the risk of power cuts or being cut off from services and amenities due to the snow. It’s easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.”
Where are weather warnings?
There are a number of yellow weather warnings in place for snow and ice in place across large swathes of the UK currently.
Scotland
In northern Scotland, there is a yellow warning for snow and ice in place until 10am on Wednesday.
In western Scotland, a yellow warning for snow and ice is in place from 7pm on Tuesday until 10am on Wednesday.
England
There is a yellow warning for snow and ice along the east coast of Scotland and England from Berwickshire to Suffolk until midday on Wednesday.
Much of southern England - including London- the Midlands and eastern Wales are also facing yellow warning until 10am on Wednesday.
Wales
The majority of Wales and part of the West Midlands are under a yellow weather warning for snow and ice until 10am on Wednesday.
Northern Ireland
A yellow warning for snow and ice has also been issued for all of Northern Ireland from 6pm on Tuesday to 10am on Wednesday.
Full list of postcodes eligible for cold weather payment
Here’s all the postcode areas that can expect a cold weather payment in 2024 so far:
- CA9 Leadgate, Cumbria
- CA10 Cliburn, Cumbria
- CA11 Catterlen, Cumbria
- CA12 Keswick, Cumbria
- CA16 Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria
- CA17 Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
- LA8 Kendal, Cumbria
- LA9 Kendal, Cumbria
- LA10 Sedbergh, Cumbria
- LA21 Coniston, Cumbria
- LA22 Lakes, Cumbria
- LA23 Windermere, Cumbria
- NE19 Elsdon, Northumberland
- NE47 Allendale, Northumberland
- NE48 Bellingham, Northumberland
- NE49 Haltwhistle, Northumberland
- TD9 (parts on English side of border)
- DG14 (parts on English side of border)
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