Freezing Conditions With Ice, Snow Warnings to Unload in UK This Week; Warm January to Continue in Europe

This week's latest weather forecast in the United Kingdom showed that residents and motorists could expect frigid conditions, as snow and ice warnings are present across the country.

Meanwhile, a report said that Europe could experience a warm January.

The beginning of this week in the United Kingdom resulted in more heavy rain and flooding concerns.

Unfortunately, as many residents looked forward to Monday, rain and snow continued to unfold in the country.

Heavy snow and freezing conditions

The wintry weather conditions become problematic for many motorists and commuters in the United Kingdom.

According to the The Guardian's recent weather report this January 17, significant travel delays occurred in portions of Southern England due to rail disruptions.

Furthermore, the report also added that freezing weather conditions unleashed in the country, and yellow warnings were declared to alert residents for possible ice and snow.

• The forecast explained that Central Scotland could experience temperature drops and colder temperatures.
• Portions of Scotland are under yellow warnings until Wednesday. Meanwhile, northern Island, north Wales and north-west England could expect the yellow warnings until Tuesday.

Met's UK Weather Forecast

On the other hand, the Met Office added that flood warnings are present in portions of England and Wales.

Residents in the affected areas should check for small flooding.

The weather forecast could expect rain and snow in parts of the north and west.

On Monday, the weather in the United Kingdom could expect wintry showers on the northern and northwestern coasts.

Residents should monitor for possible widespread frosts and rounds of rain.

• On Tuesday, the weather conditions could expand to western Scotland, Wales, Western England and Northern Ireland.
• The forecast said snow and frost could unload in portions of North Eastern Scotland from Wednesday to Friday.
• On Friday, Northern Ireland could expect milder weather conditions.

The colder weather and freezing conditions could lead to health risks to vulnerable people, including adults and babies.

However, according to the BBC report, the report explained that pets and vulnerable individuals should remain warm during frigid conditions.

Hypothermia and frostbites are common during a cold snap, which could result in a life-threatening situation.

Meanwhile, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said that the cold weather alert could result in health concerns for people with pre-existing conditions.

In addition, homeowners should also look for frozen pipes during freezing conditions to avoid the expensive cost of repairs.

Keeping the heating system on would be helpful to cope with colder temperatures, especially at night.

Warmer January in Europe

Meanwhile, a different report from the The Guardian revealed that Europe could experience a warmer climate this month.

The warm weather in Europe has been challenging for many ski resorts that decided to shut down due to a lack of snow.

The rise of global heating contributed to warm weather in portions of Europe, although it is currently winter.

However, experts noted that the warm weather and increasing global temperatures had been concerning.

The hot weather could intensify as the La Niña is expected to end this year.

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