Freezing rain is one of the rarest and most dangerous weather phenomena in the UK, creating instant ice that can cause black ice, power outages, and treacherous travel conditions. But how does freezing rain form, and why doesn’t it freeze until it hits the ground?
In this video, we break down the science behind freezing rain, explain how it differs from snow and sleet, and revisit the icy chaos caused by the Beast from the East in 2018.
