Major UK airport closed by heavy snowfall
Meteorologist Alex Deakin said there is "a gradual change to slightly milder weather as we get towards the weekend but for now the cold weather persists with snow showers and the risk of ice into Thursday".
A level three cold weather alert issued by the UK Health Security Agency, warning of conditions that "could increase the health risks to vulnerable patients and disrupt the delivery of services", is in place until 9am on Friday. "These showers are likely to be a combination of rain, sleet and snow, with some accumulations possible, especially over high ground."Enhanced pumping began on Tuesday evening at Northmoor pumping station to reduce the amount of water being stored until river levels allow pumping to resume at Currymoor, which remains full.
Members of the public have been warned to expect longer journey times by road, bus and train as well as some disruption due to the risk of ice and snow. Met Office chief meteorologist Paul Gundersen said: "Cold air is continuing to push across the UK from the north and many areas have seen some snow, wintry conditions, and overnight frosts.
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