Rare Freezing Rain Warning for West Midlands
A rare 'freezing rain' event is forecast to turn roads into ice rinks in Birmingham this Sunday. The Met Office warns of severe travel disruption and extended cold health alerts. Read the full forecast.
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Midlands faces rare freezing rain on Sunday
A rare and hazardous freezing rain event is forecast for parts of the Midlands this Sunday, January 11. The Met Office warns of instant ice formation on all surfaces, creating extreme travel hazards. Read the full forecast and affected areas.
Freezing rain alert for West Midlands this Sunday
A rare and dangerous freezing rain event is forecast to hit Birmingham and the West Midlands early Sunday, creating instant black ice. Travel chaos and health warnings are in place. Read the full forecast.
Fresh 13-hour snow warning issued for Midlands
A new Met Office yellow warning for snow and ice covers Staffordshire and Derbyshire from 2am Sunday. Up to 30cm could fall, causing travel chaos and power cuts. Read the latest.
Met Office issues 13-hour snow and ice alert for Midlands
The Met Office has issued a 13-hour yellow weather warning for snow and ice across the Midlands this Sunday. Up to 30cm of snow could fall on higher ground, with widespread icy conditions expected. Read the full forecast and affected areas.
Yellow ice alert for West Midlands after snowfall
The Met Office has issued a yellow ice warning for the West Midlands, with partially thawed snow refreezing to create hazardous conditions on roads and pavements. Stay updated.
UK snow warning: Up to 20cm forecast for Sunday
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow and ice across parts of the UK this Sunday, with up to 20cm possible on higher ground. Stay updated on the forecast.
Snow and Ice Warnings for West Midlands Weekend
The West Midlands braces for a wintry weekend with fresh snow and ice warnings. Disruption to travel is expected. Check the latest forecasts and travel advice here.
Labour urged to mandate telematics for new drivers
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Midlands faces 24-hour ice risk, Met Office warns
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for ice across the Midlands, in force from midday Friday to midday Saturday. Stay informed on affected areas and hazards.
Snow and Ice Warning for Midlands This Sunday
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow and ice across parts of the Midlands this Sunday, January 11. Find out the latest forecast and affected areas here.
Met Office issues 13-hour snow and ice warning for Midlands
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow and ice across the Midlands this Sunday, warning of potential travel delays, power cuts, and hazardous conditions. Stay prepared.
Dog rescued from frozen lake in Birmingham park
Firefighters saved a husky from icy water at Manor Farm Park. The elderly owner's 999 call prevented a tragedy. Authorities warn of the dangers of frozen water.
20cm of snow forecast as yellow warning extended
The Met Office has extended its yellow weather warning for snow and ice across the West Midlands. Up to 20cm could fall in worst-hit areas from Thursday evening. Get the latest forecast.
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New snow and ice warnings issued for Birmingham
The Met Office has issued fresh yellow warnings for snow and ice across the West Midlands. Storm Goretti is set to bring heavy snow from Thursday night, with up to 20cm possible. Stay informed and prepare for travel disruption.
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Snow and ice close schools, disrupt West Midlands transport
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Wild Zoological Park closes over ice and snow warning
Wild Zoological Park in Bobbington is closed on Monday, 5th January, due to a Met Office yellow weather warning. Ticket holders are offered refunds or transfers to focus on animal welfare during the cold snap.
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Yellow snow and ice warning issued for Birmingham
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NHS advice on what to do if someone falls on ice
The NHS has issued crucial guidance on how to respond to slips on ice and a 'penguin waddle' technique to prevent falls, as cold weather sweeps the UK. Learn how to stay safe.
Birmingham Snow Forecast: Sunshine Then More Snow Possible
Birmingham and the West Midlands face a prolonged cold snap with snow, ice, and travel disruption. Get the full Met Office forecast for the weekend and next week.
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