The North East faces heavy snowfall with an amber warning from the Met Office, impacting travel and health services.
Newcastle: The North East has been blanketed in heavy snow overnight, thanks to an amber warning from the Met Office. It’s a winter wonderland out there, but it’s not all fun and games.
This amber snow warning is in effect all day Sunday, and it’s serious. The Met Office is predicting heavy snowfall across the region. Plus, there’s a yellow warning for snow and ice that started Saturday and runs until midnight Sunday. Most of the North East is affected, except for the coast, and it’s not just here—most of England and Wales are in the same boat.
With this warning, travel could get tricky. Roads might be a mess, and you could see delays or cancellations for trains and flights. The Met Office is also warning about possible power cuts and rural areas getting cut off due to the heavy snow and freezing rain.
On top of that, there are amber cold health alerts for all of England, including the North East, lasting until January 8. They’re saying this weather could have a big impact on health and social care services.
Stay tuned for live updates on the snow situation in the North East, along with forecasts and tips for dealing with this chilly weather.
