08/12/2014

Met Office Issues Snow Warnings

The Met Office has issued warnings of snow and icy conditions across many parts of Britain this week.

The yellow warnings are for Scotland, Northern Ireland, northern parts of Wales, northern England and areas of the Midlands.

Drivers are being warned to take extra care on the roads due to icy conditions.

A mixture of sleet and snow is expected on lower ground.

(CD/JP)

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