16 English areas escape snow flurries until Sunday
The Met Office has issued yellow and amber weather warnings for snow across England from Thursday to Saturday, with only 16 specific regions spared from daily flurries. Read the full forecast.
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739-Mile Snow Wall Targets UK, Kent Alert for January 12
Fresh weather maps warn of a colossal 739-mile snow band hitting the UK from Scotland to Kent on January 11-12. Get the latest forecasts and travel warnings.
UK faces two more snow bombs this January
The UK is set for two significant snow events this week, with up to 30 inches forecast. Met Office issues yellow warnings for snow and wind. Stay updated on the latest forecasts.
Rare Freezing Rain Warning for Northern England Saturday
A 'rare and dangerous' freezing rain event is forecast for northern England this Saturday at 6pm. The Met Office warns of extreme hazards for travel and aviation. Read the full forecast.
Boy rescued after falling through ice at Stoke park
A 13-year-old boy was rescued after falling through ice at a lake in Victoria Park, Tunstall. Fire services issue urgent safety warning about frozen water dangers.
704-Mile UK Snow Bomb to Hit 71 Counties
A massive 704-mile snow bomb is forecast to strike the UK next week, impacting 71 counties across all four nations. Get the full list of affected areas and travel warnings here.
79cm Snow Bomb Hits UK, Only Cornwall Spared
The UK braces for a major snowstorm, with forecasts predicting up to 79cm in Scotland. Maps show only Cornwall in England will escape the wintry onslaught. Read the latest Met Office warnings.
Two men rescued from frozen lake in Epping Forest
Two men plunged into a frozen lake at Connaught Water trying to save a dog. Essex Fire and Rescue warns of cold water dangers as UK snow alerts continue. Read the full story.
Birmingham Urged to Stockpile 9 Essentials Before Thursday
The Met Office issues urgent ice and snow warnings for the UK. Birmingham households are advised to gather nine key items for safety as Storm Goretti approaches. Plan your travel.
Heavy Snow Forecast for Birmingham as Storm Goretti Hits
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow across the West Midlands from Thursday evening. Expect travel disruption and potential power cuts. Read the full forecast.
UK snow bomb extended with two further dates
Storm Goretti is set to bring heavy snow and disruption across the UK on January 8-9, with warnings extended. Travel delays and power cuts are likely. Read the latest Met Office alert.
13 English Counties Avoid January Snow Bomb
The Met Office reveals the narrow strip of England escaping severe snow and ice warnings this week. Find out if your area is on the list.
New 24-hour snow warning issued for Scotland
The Met Office has issued a fresh yellow warning for snow and ice across northern Scotland, with up to 20cm forecast. Travel disruption and power cuts are likely. Read the full details.
72-Hour Snow Event to Hit UK, Temperatures to Plummet to -10C
The UK faces a major 72-hour snow event from Jan 8-10, with a 225-mile stretch from Staffs to Devon affected. Temperatures could drop to -10C. Get the latest forecast and official advice here.
72-Hour Snow Bomb to Hit England, Temperatures Could Plunge to -10C
A major 72-hour snow event is forecast to hit southern England from Jan 8-10, with -10C temperatures and accumulations covering a 225-mile span. The Met Office warns of travel disruption.
Snow Bomb Alert: 30 Areas Urged to Stockpile
A Met Office yellow weather warning for snow and ice covers parts of England, Scotland, and Wales. British Gas urges households in 30 areas to prepare an emergency kit with 7 key items. Stay informed.
UK Snow Alert: 6 Areas Told to Prepare Emergency Kit
The Met Office issues an amber warning for six Scottish regions, urging residents to stockpile torches, power packs, and essentials before Tuesday's severe snow. Act now to stay safe.
British Gas: Stockpile torches and batteries for UK snow
British Gas urges households to prepare for power cuts as Met Office issues amber snow warnings for Scotland. Essential tips for staying safe during the severe weather.
Met Office Snow & Ice Warning for West Midlands
The Met Office has issued a yellow snow and ice warning for the West Midlands, predicting travel disruption and hazardous conditions. Temperatures could drop to -12C overnight.
Bentley Bridge canal search ends with no one found
Emergency services have completed an extensive search of a Wolverhampton canal after a 'concern for safety' report. No casualties were located. Get the latest local news direct to your phone.
UK Snow Bomb: Three Feet of Snow Forecast from Friday
The UK braces for Storm Chandra, with up to three feet of snow forecast from Friday. Forecasters warn the public to stay home as heavy snow, rain, and high winds threaten widespread disruption.
Emergency Services Search Wednesfield Canal
Emergency services launched a major search in a Wolverhampton canal after reports of a person in the water. Read the full details of the operation and outcome.
79 UK areas face snow and ice on Tuesday
The Met Office has issued snow and ice warnings for 79 parts of the UK for Tuesday, January 6, with up to 6 inches forecast. Travel disruption is likely.
Emergency services search Wednesfield canal
Fire, police and ambulance crews launched a major search of a Black Country canal in Wednesfield on Sunday night. No casualties were found. Follow for live updates.
Major Search at Bentley Bridge Canal in Wolverhampton
Police, fire and ambulance crews launched a major search in Wolverhampton after reports of a person in the canal near Bentley Bridge. No one was found. Get the latest updates.
UK weather: 9 essential items for your car emergency kit
The Met Office issues an urgent warning for UK households to prepare a 9-item emergency kit amid snow and ice warnings. Stay safe on the roads this winter.
Snow and ice close schools, disrupt West Midlands transport
The first major snow of 2026 has hit the West Midlands, closing schools and causing travel chaos. A Met Office yellow warning for snow and ice is in force. Stay safe and check our latest updates.
Toddler dies after medical emergency in Barry property
A toddler has died following a medical incident at a property on Gladstone Road in Barry. Emergency services, including an air ambulance, attended but the child was pronounced dead at the scene.
West Midlands snow and ice warning as temperatures plummet
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for ice and snow across the West Midlands, with travel disruption expected. Temperatures will struggle to rise above freezing.
UK faces 40cm snow and -14C temperatures next week
The Met Office issues snow warnings as new charts predict a major 40cm snowstorm and -14C lows for the UK from January 18. Get the latest forecast and travel advice.
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