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UK Braces for First Winter Snowfall Alert
14 Nov
Summary
- Met Office forecasts potential snowfall across Scotland, England, and Wales.
- UKHSA issues the first cold-health alert of the winter season.
- Wintry conditions predicted for Sunday and Monday, especially on higher ground.
The Met Office has identified areas across the United Kingdom that may soon encounter snowfall. Current forecasts suggest that parts of Scotland, England, and Wales could see wintry weather on Sunday and Monday. Precipitation rates of up to 4mm per hour are possible in some locations, with snow more likely over higher elevations.
Specific areas like the Scottish Highlands and Aberdeenshire are flagged for potential wintry precipitation on Sunday morning. By Sunday evening, conditions could turn wintry further south, affecting areas such as Dumfries and Galloway, East Ayrshire, and Cumbria. The forecast indicates a continued risk into early Monday, with the Scottish Highlands again noted for possible snow.
On Monday evening, wintry conditions may extend further south, impacting parts of England and Wales, including Staffordshire, Derbyshire, Gwynedd, and Flintshire. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has activated its first cold-health alert for the season, covering the North West and West Midlands regions. This alert is in effect from Thursday, November 12, to Saturday, November 14.
