New weather warnings issued as UK braces for heavy snow and freezing rain
Disruption to travel is expected as National Rail warns line closures may be in place today as some sporting fixtures are postponed.
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UK braces for heavy snow and freezing rain with road and rail disruption expected
For context: An amber weather warning means there is an increased likelihood of bad weather affecting you, which could potentially disrupt your plans and possibly cause travel delays, road and rail closures, interruption to power and the potential risk to life and property.
Snow and icy rain likely to disrupt parts of UK
Heavy snow and freezing rain are expected to hit parts of England and Wales this weekend, with the Met Office warning there could be considerable disruption in some areas. The new, more severe warnings cover northern England,
Met Office escalates weather warning for snow and ice to second most severe
The Met Office has issued a new amber weather warning for snow and ice for parts of Wales and England for Saturday and Sunday. The forecaster predicts snow and freezing rain will likely lead to disruption to transport and other services.
Amber weather warning for snow across Wales
Snow and ice are expected for most of Wales this weekend as an amber weather warning has been issued. It is the second highest level of warning and is in effect from 18:00 GMT on Saturday until midday on Sunday,
Snow and ice deep freeze onslaught sparks amber weather warning for two huge UK regions
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