How can UK drivers de-ice windscreens in January?

Drivers are advised to fill plastic bags with warm water and apply them to windscreens to melt ice effectively.

What are the weather warnings for the UK this week?

The UK faces amber and yellow warnings for snow and ice, with potential for heavy rain and strong winds.

When will the cold weather end in the UK?

The current cold and unsettled conditions are expected to last into the weekend, with temperatures remaining below average.

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Warm Water Trick for Icy Windscreens

6 Jan

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Summary

Drivers advised to use warm water in bags to de-ice windscreens.
UK faces freezing temperatures with snow and ice warnings.
Strong winds up to 60mph and heavy rain expected mid-week.

Freezing conditions and widespread warnings for snow and ice have swept across the UK, impacting drivers at the start of the new year. Drivers are being advised to use a novel method of filling plastic sandwich bags with warm water to effectively de-ice their windscreens during this cold snap.

The Met Office has issued amber and yellow warnings for snow and ice, affecting various regions including Northern Ireland, Scotland, and much of England and Wales. These conditions are expected to persist through the week, with forecasts indicating up to 10cm of snowfall in some areas.

Further disruptive weather, including strong winds reaching up to 60mph and heavy rain, is anticipated from Thursday night into Friday. The unsettled and cold weather pattern is predicted to continue into the weekend, with temperatures expected to remain significantly below seasonal averages, posing ongoing challenges for commuters and essential travel.