A critical snow alert has been declared, cautioning communities about potential isolation in certain UK regions. The Met Office emphasises temperatures will be markedly below seasonal norms in a comprehensive four-day weather alert issued for this week.
An Arctic blast is set to bring snow to the UK, accompanied by plummeting temperatures. The Met Office warns of travel disruptions and injury risks. Meanwhile National Highways has issued a "severe weather alert" for snow in the North West, potentially isolating rural communities.
On Tuesday, a yellow weather warning extends to envelop a substantial portion of northern England, the entirety of Scotland, and the northern regions of Wales. Come Wednesday and Thursday, a parallel snow warning will come into force for sections of northwest England, northern Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
National Highways, overseeing major roads, urges drivers to "anticipate disruptions" as the North West braces for "extensive snow." Projections hint at 5-10cm on the A66 and M62, while other areas may see 1-5cm. Temporary isolation of rural communities and potential delays or cancellations in rail services are foreseen.
