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.
Dangerous freezing rain forecast for Midlands Sunday
The Met Office confirms a rare risk of 'freezing rain' across the Midlands on Sunday, January 11, warning of icy stretches and hazardous travel conditions. Read the full forecast.
Rare Freezing Rain Warning for Birmingham
Birmingham faces a rare and dangerous freezing rain event early Sunday, January 11, 2026, following a week of snow. The Met Office warns of black ice and disruption.
Birmingham faces rare 'freezing rain' event on Sunday
Birmingham is set for a rare and dangerous weather phenomenon this Sunday, with freezing rain and black ice expected after a week of snow. Get the latest forecast and safety advice.
Birmingham faces rare 'freezing rain' event on Sunday
Birmingham is set for a rare and dangerous 'freezing rain' event this Sunday, with temperatures plummeting to -2C. This icy phenomenon, rarely seen in the UK, will cap off a snowy week. Read the full forecast and safety warnings.
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