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this Met Office have Issue new weather warning Storm Goretti will bring heavy snow to the UK later this week.
Storm Goretti, named by Météo-France, is the first of the year and could cause difficult travel conditions in the UK, although France will be the worst affected.
UK forecaster releases New yellow weather alert Snowfall in south-east and west Wales EnglandThursday 6 p.m. to Friday noon Central Region.
Two yellow snow warnings remain in effect on Tuesday. Scotland Two more yellow cards until 7pm weather warning leave ice cubes Scotland and Northern Ireland until midnight. The Met Office has warned that it is not safe to drive and told people to only make essential journeys.
The Met Office has warned that snow will move eastwards across central and northern Scotland on Tuesday. While 2 to 5 centimeters of snowfall is expected across the country, 10 to 15 centimeters of snow may fall on higher ground in some areas.
Snow is expected to turn to sleet or rain as temperatures rise throughout the day, with snow showers returning to northern areas in the evening. Lightning and gusty winds are also expected to cause damage to the coastline.
Adam Stachura, head of policy at Age Scotland, reportedly urged people to stay at home if possible. telegraph.
“With these cold temperatures and icy conditions, please try to ensure you have enough food and any important medications at home to reduce unnecessary and potentially risky travel,” he said.
Forecasters warned that roads and rail could be affected by longer journeys and some people could be injured if they fell on the ice.
Wednesday weather alert
The Met Office also issued a yellow ice warning weather warn Northern Ireland Although temperatures rise and skies clear, scattered winter showers will once again bring the risk of overnight ice from 6pm Tuesday to 11am Wednesday. Showers may bring fresh snow in some places.
A wider yellow warning for ice is in place for the rest of the UK from midnight to 10am, with icy patches expected on untreated wet surfaces. This could lead to minor damage, especially on Wednesday morning, including some injuries from slips and falls on icy surfaces.
Thursday weather alert
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow in Wales, southeast and west England and the Midlands from 6pm on Thursday. Storm Goretti could bring heavy snow to the highlands of south Wales. Snow may settle between 5 and 10 centimeters in some areas, and up to 20 centimeters in some places, particularly on higher ground. Strong winds may cause some snow to drift.
A yellow wind warning has been issued for southwest England, with a deep area of low pressure moving across southern England from Thursday to Friday, bringing rain, snow and strong winds. The warning is in effect from 3pm to midnight.
Friday weather alert
A yellow weather warning for snow will remain in place until midday on Friday, with the Met Office warning that rain and snow appear to be clearing eastward after the storm.
Cold health alert extended to Friday
The UK Health and Safety Authority (UKHSA) has issued an Amber Cold Health Alert for all of England until 10am on Friday, warning it could have a significant impact on health and social care services, including a rise in deaths, particularly among people aged 65 and over or with existing health conditions.
Dr Agostinho Sousa, UKHSA’s head of extreme events and health protection, said: “As the weather turns colder, it’s vital we understand our most vulnerable friends, family and neighbours.
“Forecast temperatures could have serious health consequences for some people, leading to an increased risk of heart attacks, strokes and chest infections, particularly for those over 65 and those with pre-existing health conditions.”
Met Office chief meteorologist Matthew Lennart said: “As we start the first full working week of the year we face a range of winter weather hazards including snow showers and ice.
“In northern Scotland, snow showers are expected to become more frequent on Sunday night, with some areas within the yellow warning area expected to receive a further 20 to 30 centimeters by Monday morning.
“Elsewhere in the UK, snow showers, icy conditions and frost are expected at times, but from Tuesday the milder air will try to spread eastward. This means rain is more likely to occur in the south, but more organized snow is also possible along the borders of mild and cold air masses. Strong winds are also possible later in the week.
travel disruption
Hundreds of schools remain closed across the UK, with some rural areas completely cut off and transport severely affected by the weather.
In Glasgow, services on the city’s underground network were suspended on Tuesday due to a power outage caused by ice on a third track. Operator SPT said: “Currently both the inner and outer circles are suspended and no stations are open.”
Highland schools to reopen on Wednesdaybut more snow is expected Tuesday afternoon.
Heavy snow has disrupted road, air and rail travel across the country – with some train lines closed after heavy snow drifted onto tracks.
National Rail said train services in northern Scotland will be disrupted until Tuesday afternoon, although ScotRail said services between Aberdeen and Dundee will run in the morning.
Scottish Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop said previously: “We are already seeing challenging conditions and freezing temperatures, with more snow and ice to come in the same areas.
“Of course, for many people, Monday marks the return to work after the festive holidays. If you must travel, make sure your vehicle is winter-ready and have winter gear in the car.
“Follow Police Scotland’s travel advice. If you can postpone your trip until a yellow warning expires, please do so.
“I would also like to thank all frontline workers such as rubbish drivers, chainsaw gangs, police officers and many others who have been working in appalling conditions over the past few days and over the next 48 hours.”