National Highways Warns of Up to 25cm of Snow Expected in England
Severe weather alert issued as snow could disrupt travel across England today
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England: National Highways is sounding the alarm about some serious snow today. They’re saying we could see up to 25cm in certain areas. That’s a lot of snow!
They’ve put out a severe weather warning for England, which is in effect until late tonight. If you’re planning to hit the road, it’s a good idea to check for any potential delays.
The snow is expected to move northeast across southern and central England this evening. But here’s the catch: it’ll mostly settle on higher ground, so lower areas might not see much accumulation.
They mentioned that while it might snow for about 6-7 hours, it’ll likely turn to rain later, which could create some icy spots, especially in places like the Cotswolds and Peak District.
As the weather warms up on Sunday, the snow will start to melt quickly. But in the north, the snow will arrive a bit later and could stick around longer.
So, will the snow settle? National Highways says it’ll mainly settle on roads above 100m elevation. The trans-Pennine routes could be hit hard, with some areas seeing up to 25cm.
During the afternoon, the snow will become lighter, but don’t expect it to melt away anytime soon. Any snow that does settle could hang around for a while.
The Met Office has been keeping an eye on things too. They shared that Bingley in West Yorkshire is currently the snowiest spot with 12cm. Other areas like Shap in Cumbria and Capel Curig in Gwynedd aren’t far behind.
So, if you’re in the affected areas, stay safe and keep an eye on the weather updates. It’s going to be a chilly one!
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