A critical snow alert has been declared, cautioning communities about potential isolation in certain UK regions. The Met Office emphasises temperatures will be markedly below seasonal norms in a comprehensive four-day weather alert issued for this week.<br /><br />An Arctic blast is set to bring snow to the UK, accompanied by plummeting temperatures. The Met Office warns of travel disruptions and injury risks. Meanwhile National Highways has issued a "severe weather alert" for snow in the North West, potentially isolating rural communities.<br /><br />On Tuesday, a yellow weather warning extends to envelop a substantial portion of northern England, the entirety of Scotland, and the northern regions of Wales. Come Wednesday and Thursday, a parallel snow warning will come into force for sections of northwest England, northern Scotland, and Northern Ireland. <br /><br />National Highways, overseeing major roads, urges drivers to "anticipate disruptions" as the North West braces for "extensive snow." Projections hint at 5-10cm on the A66 and M62, while other areas may see 1-5cm. Temporary isolation of rural communities and potential delays or cancellations in rail services are foreseen.
