The Met Office issued fresh ice warnings for several parts of the UK, including Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, northwest England, and the Midlands. Scattered wintry showers are expected to lead to icy conditions and potential travel disruptions. Manchester Airport temporarily closed its runways due to significant snowfall. Temperatures are forecast to plummet as low as -16C, prompting warnings for motorists and urging people to check on vulnerable individuals.
The Met Office has issued fresh weather warnings for ice as temperatures continue to plummet. Ice warnings are in place across southeast Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, northwest England and the Midlands from 4pm on Thursday until 10am on Friday.South Wales and south west England are also expected to see icy conditions on Friday morning, with a warning in place from 3am to 11am.Scattered wintry showers may lead to some icy patches and travel disruption , the Met Office said.
"Cold conditions will last until at least the weekend, so we urge drivers to remain vigilant of the risks posed by ice and, in some locations, snow," said RAC breakdown spokeswoman Alice Simpson. "Black ice on rural roads can be impossible to spot, leaving very little time to react if driving at speed. Sticking to major roads that are most likely to have been gritted is strongly recommended.
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