20/01/2015

Yellow Warning Issued For Snow

The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for snow across parts of Wales, the Midlands and into northern England.

The warning, issued this morning, is valid between 16:00 today (Tuesday) and midday on Wednesday.

It states that an area of snow is expected to extend northeastwards during today, with accumulations of 3-8 cm "likely", and up to 10-15 cm on high ground.

The forecaster has warned the public to be aware of the risk of disruption to transport.

(MH/CD)


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