National Highways has issued a "severe weather alert" for snow and flooding across England today. The organisation, which is responsible for operating, maintaining and improving motorways and major A roads in the country, said the warning applies to Yorkshire and the North East of England. It has advised motorists to plan ahead and allow for extra time when making journeys.
Severe weather alert for snow affecting the Yorkshire & North East Regions 06:00 - 18:00 on Saturday 23/11 ❄️ Road users are advised to check ahead & plan for disruption to their journeys Info on how to be well prepared when travelling can be found here: https://t.co/TRIPNgrHNl pic.twitter.
com/qiIrUqZ8mZ National Highways said: " Storm Bert will bring rain and strong winds north-eastwards today between 5am and 3pm, the rain preceded by a period of disruptive snow over parts of northeast England. "While snow is expected to turn to rain from the south, three to five hours of heavy snow is expected and accumulate quickly at all levels, leading to significant travel disruption. "As the snow turns to rain, a rapid thaw is expected to set in as temperatures quickly rise with localised flooding possible.
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