Met Office warns of severe snowstorms to hit the UK

The Met Office has warned that snowstorms are set to hit the UK tonight.

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by Fiona Day |
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According to reports, scientists predict that snow, sleet and hail along with strong gales will arrive in the UK, plunging the country into wintery weather.

Forecasters have also predicted strong winds for the rest of next week.

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A yellow warning as been issued to Scotland, Northern Ireland, Northern England and some parts of the Midlands. People living in these areas have been to to ‘be aware’ of freezing conditions as they set about their business on Sunday.

Road users have been warned of dangerous driving conditions, and to take extra care throughout their journey.

We could have several centimetres of snow by Monday
We could have several centimetres of snow by Monday

Up to 10cm may have fallen before lunchtime on Monday.

A statement from the Met Office read: "Cold air will move southeast across the UK on Sunday following a frontal system. Within the cold air frequent showers will form and push into areas exposed to the strong west to northwesterly winds.

"These showers falling primarily as snow above around 250m with a mixture of hail, sleet and snow to lower levels.

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"Accumulations of 2-5cm of snow are possible around 250m, with some temporary slushy accumulations below this, and accumulations of 5-10cm above 400m.

"Icy stretches in association with showers are also likely."

The chief forecaster also added: "Winds of this strength have the potential to uproot trees and perhaps cause damage to buildings and with frequent heavy, wintry showers as well, driving conditions are likely to be very difficult.

"Also, large waves could pose a risk of spray and overtopping to western and northern coastal areas of Scotland."

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