Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:49am on 19 Nov 2024,Tuesday Weather & Environment
The UK faces harsh winter conditions as the Met Office forecasts up to 20cm of snow in affected areas. Amber cold health alerts, covering most of England, warn of significant risks to vulnerable populations, particularly the elderly. Temperatures plunged to -7.8°C in Scotland's Highlands, with yellow alerts for snow and ice impacting parts of England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. Experts predict widespread frosts, potential snowfall, and travel disruptions. "Prepare for colder-than-average temperatures and icy conditions," advised the Met Office, urging safety precautions for the week ahead.
