03/03/2015

Met Office Issues Fresh Weather Warning

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning from 6pm on Tuesday as snow and icy conditions are expected to continue into Wednesday morning.

Heavy showers are expected this evening with snow on high ground, and strong to gale force winds.

In a statement the Met Office said: "Icy stretches are expected to form on untreated surfaces on Tuesday evening and last into Wednesday morning's rush hour. In addition, further showers are likely overnight which may lead to wash-off of salt."

Motorists are being urged to take extra care.

(CD)

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