United Kingdom: Snow and ice warnings Feb. 5-7

Event

The UK Met Office has issued a yellow snow and ice warnings across much of the UK from Monday, February 5, through to Wednesday, February 7. Officials expect sleep and snow to sweep southeast across the UK on Monday, with the worst weather effecting Scotland and Northern Ireland, with icy conditions to last through Tuesday and into Wednesday morning. Wintry showers and ice are also expected across southeast and eastern England on Monday.
Icy conditions are expected to cause dangerous driving conditions, especially on untreated roads, and possible disruption to rail travel.

Advice

Individuals in the UK should monitor the situation, visit the Met Office website for updated weather alerts and adhere to any advice issued by local authorities. Those in affected areas should prepare for travel delays, and check the status of services before undertaking any planned journey.