UK Faces Rare Freezing Rain and Snow as Temperatures Drop

The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for snow and ice in parts of northern England, with freezing rain posing significant hazards this weekend.

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.