Snow warnings persist as London faces freezing weather

Snow warnings persist as London faces freezing weather
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London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – As snow fell in London for a second day freezing conditions provoked an ice warning across the capital.

The UKā€™s Met Office yellow alert that was in position overnight was lifted at 10 am, but Londoners were braced for freezing situations throughout the day. Light snow was witnessed falling in parts of central London at about 9.30 am, while homelessness charity St Mungoā€™s alerted of the extreme dangers faced by rough sleepers, as many councils rolled out ā€œextreme weather emergency protocolsā€ to provide extra support.

How much snow and ice is expected across the UK?

Elsewhere in the UK, several other alerts for snow and ice have been in standing, with the Met Office announcing vehicles could be stranded, power cuts may appear and rural areas could be cut off. Some lying snow could reach up to 10cm or more over higher ground and ice is anticipated to form on untreated surfaces.

What temperatures are forecast for London over the coming days?

Moreover, the temperature is due to get highs of just 5C around 2 pm, but the Met Office states it wonā€™t feel warmer than 0C and will feel as cold as -2C overnight tonight. Itā€™s then due to be even more frigid tomorrow when it will drop to 0C and will feel like -1C in London for much of the day. The cold spell is due to persist on Friday with temperatures still in the down single digits, and some light rain due. But it is due to be slightly warmer at the weekend when rain is also due to continue.

Furthermore, a Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) has also been rolled out across the capital to assist keep homeless people safe during the freezing temperatures. 

How are London transport systems affected?

Additionally, there were extreme delays on the Northern Line northbound between Kennington and Camden Town via Bank, due to a ā€œcustomer incidentā€, and intense delays on the London Overground between Sydenham and West Croydon due to a points collapse at Selhurst. Meanwhile, a signalling defect between Euston and Watford Junction is disrupting London Northwestern Railway and Southern services into the capital.

MassimilianoĀ  Verde

Massimiliano Verde is a journalist at Parliament News, He is covering Society and Culture News. Boasting a Master's Degree in Political Science, stands as a prominent figure in the Italian cultural landscape. His presidency of the Neapolitan Academy, a scientifically and sociolinguistically renowned group, attests to his relentless dedication to safeguarding and promoting Neapolitan language and culture. His activism and profound expertise have propelled him into the role of interlocutor for UNESCO as part of the International Decade of Indigenous Languages (2022-2032), a prestigious acknowledgment highlighting the significance of his efforts in preserving the linguistic and cultural diversity of our planet.

Verde's fervent passion for the history and culture of Southern Italy has driven him to immerse himself in research, resulting in numerous essays and articles that delve into the peculiarities and beauties of the region. His commitment extends beyond academia, manifesting in ongoing dissemination activities aimed at acquainting the general public with the rich cultural heritage of the South. His endeavors transcend national boundaries, as evidenced by his participation in international conferences and collaboration with various foreign institutions, rendering him an ambassador of Southern culture on the global stage and fostering intercultural dialogue and mutual understanding.