07/02/2007

Britain braced for heavy snow

Britain is braced for heavy snow as forecasters predict heavy snow showers are to sweep across the country tonight and into tomorrow.

The Met Office has issued severe weather warnings, with predictions that between 2cm and 5cm of snow could fall in southeast England, while up to 15cm of snowfall is expected in areas of Wales and the Midlands.

There is expected to be disruption during the morning rush hour in some parts of the UK.

The Highways Agency is advising motorists to check the latest weather forecasts and road conditions before setting out on their journey.

The agency warned drivers only to make essential journeys and to ensure that they had warm clothes, boots, food, water, de-icer and a spade in their vehicles in case of a breakdown.

(KMcA)

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