Yorkshire weather: Yellow weather warning for snow and ice in place as temperatures set to plummet
A yellow weather warning for snow and ice has been issued for parts of Yorkshire as temperatures are set to plummet.
The Met Office has issued the warning, which runs between 6pm tonight (Feb 3) and 9am tomorrow (Feb 4).
Forecasters have warned people to expect disruption to travel with roads and railways most likely to be affected.
The warning covers the western side of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire to the west of Leeds and the western edge of North Yorkshire.
Temperatures in this area are set to drop to around freezing tonight, but will reach highs of seven degrees again on Wednesday.
The forecast says: “Outbreaks of rain, sleet and snow will move north over mid and north Wales and northern England on Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning. Snow accumulations, in the order of 1-3 cm will mainly occur above around 200 metres, though the odd cm is possible at lower elevations.
“There is also a chance of transient freezing rain over higher ground and though the odds of this occurring in any one location is small, but would increase the ice risk nonetheless.
“Sleet and snow will clear from the south through Wednesday morning.”
The Met Office has also issued advice on how to stay safe during cold weather:
- Snowy, wintry weather can cause delays and make driving conditions dangerous. Keep yourself and others safe by planning your route, giving yourself extra time for your journey. Check for road closures or delays to public transport and amend plans if necessary.
- If driving, make sure you have some essentials in your car in the event of any delays (e.g., warm clothing, food, water, a blanket, a torch, ice scraper/de icer, a warning triangle, high visibility vest and an in-car phone charger).
- Keep yourself and your family safe when it is icy. Plan to leave the house at least five minutes earlier than normal. Not needing to rush, reduces your risk of accidents, slips, and falls.
- If you need to make a journey on foot, try to use pavements along main roads which are likely to be less slippery. Similarly, if cycling, try and stick to main roads which are more likely to have been treated.
- Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary.
- Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.