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07/02/2007
Britain braced for heavy snow
Britain is braced for heavy snow as forecasters predict heavy snow showers are to sweep across the country tonight and into tomorrow.
The Met Office has issued severe weather warnings, with predictions that between 2cm and 5cm of snow could fall in southeast England, while up to 15cm of snowfall is expected in areas of Wales and the Midlands.
There is expected to be disruption during the morning rush hour in some parts of the UK.
The Highways Agency is advising motorists to check the latest weather forecasts and road conditions before setting out on their journey.
The agency warned drivers only to make essential journeys and to ensure that they had warm clothes, boots, food, water, de-icer and a spade in their vehicles in case of a breakdown.
(KMcA)
The Met Office has issued severe weather warnings, with predictions that between 2cm and 5cm of snow could fall in southeast England, while up to 15cm of snowfall is expected in areas of Wales and the Midlands.
There is expected to be disruption during the morning rush hour in some parts of the UK.
The Highways Agency is advising motorists to check the latest weather forecasts and road conditions before setting out on their journey.
The agency warned drivers only to make essential journeys and to ensure that they had warm clothes, boots, food, water, de-icer and a spade in their vehicles in case of a breakdown.
(KMcA)
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Cold weather set to continue
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Heavy snow causes travel disruption
Heavy snow has caused travel chaos across many parts of England and Wales. The severe weather conditions caused runaways to be closed at Luton, Stansted, Cardiff, London City, Birmingham and Gatwick, but they have since reopened.
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
