Overview

• The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for snow and ice, in effect from 6am to 2pm on Saturday, across northeastern England, including Yorkshire, the Humber, and the Pennines.
• Freezing rain, a rare phenomenon in the UK, is expected in higher-altitude areas such as the Pennines, creating hazardous icy conditions on roads and pathways.
• Snowfall of 2-5 cm is forecast for higher elevations like the North York Moors and Northumberland, with a chance of light snow accumulation at lower levels.
• The UK Health Security Agency has issued a cold weather alert, warning of risks to vulnerable populations and potential disruptions to health and social care services.
• Drivers and pedestrians are urged to exercise caution, as freezing rain can create nearly invisible 'black ice,' making travel conditions treacherous.