The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for snow this weekend, predicting heavy snowfall across the region on Saturday and Sunday. The agency advises people to prepare for potential disruption and offers tips for driving in snowy conditions. They also recommend stockpiling essential items such as torches and batteries, candles, and warm clothing.
An amber weather warning for snow has been put in place by the Met Office this weekend with the weather agency now urging Brits to stockpile a number of items.
You should leave more time to check your car before you set off, making sure to check your wipers, tyres and screenwash, as well as pack some essentials. These should include an ice scraper, de-icer, a large torch so you don't have to rely on your phone, a paper road atlas, an in-car phone charger, warm clothes and blankets, high-vis clothing, jump leads, an empty fuel can, food and drink, a shovel, warning triangles and sunglasses.
Stockpile three items As part of their advice, the Met Office have urged people to stock up on three key things in their homes. These are torches and batteries, candles with matches and lighters and plenty of blankets and warm clothing. You should also stay indoors, wearing loose fitting lightweight warm clothing rather than bulky clothes. You should not use a hob or oven to heat your home as this can increase carbon monoxide levels. If you need support you can call the British Red Cross Support Line on 0808 196 3651.
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