Wintry showers bringing a risk of ice may lead to some disruption on Wednesday night and Thursday morning. What to expect: Probably some icy patches on some untreated roads, pavements and cycle paths Some injuries from slips and falls on icy surfaces Some roads and railways likely to be affected with longer journey times by road, bus and train services Further details: Wintry showers will feed inland through Wednesday evening, overnight and into Thursday morning. As temperatures fall overnight, snow may begin to settle, leading to accumulations of 1-2 cm in places, mainly above 100-150 metres, whilst ice may form on untreated surfaces. What Should I Do? 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. Be prepared for weather warnings to change: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.
