Chilly Week Ahead: Subzero Temperatures Expected
The week is set to commence with a significant chill, as temperatures are forecasted to drop to -6°C (21.2°F) overnight, potentially bringing light snow flurries in elevated regions.
Forecast: Mild Conditions on the Horizon
As we approach the weekend, there is a chance of more temperate weather, with daytime temperatures hovering slightly below February norms. Residents can expect a brisk east-to-southeast wind contributing to an overall chilly feeling.
Predominantly overcast conditions coupled with persistent winds are likely to keep most areas free of frost; however, the cold sensation will remain. In particular western zones with lighter winds and clearer skies may experience occasional subzero temperatures.
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Certain areas in northwestern Scotland could witness frigid lows reaching -6°C tonight.
Clouds and Precipitation Ahead
A majority of regions can expect cloudy skies accompanied by intermittent rain showers, alongside potential snowfall on higher terrains and parts of central Scotland.
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Icy Conditions Likely
Icy patches may develop overnight due to frost in certain areas; however, disruptions from this weather pattern are not anticipated at this time.
Weather Alerts Issued for Health Safety
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued a yellow cold weather alert for southeastern England along with parts of northern England that remains active until 9am on February 11th.
Brightness could return by midweek; nonetheless, this prediction remains tentative at this stage.
Affected Areas: Ongoing Power Restoration Post-Storm Eowyn
Several thousand households remain without electricity more than two weeks following Storm Eowyn’s unprecedented winds that impacted Ireland significantly. While power has been restored to about 764,500 homes—including farms and schools—approximately 3,500 properties still lack service.
Caution Advised Amidst Recovery Efforts
During ongoing efforts for reconnection, residents have reported receiving fraudulent text messages claiming to be from ESB Networks. The National Cyber Security Centre has urged caution when responding to texts from unfamiliar numbers and clarified that government entities or banks will never ask for sensitive banking details unexpectedly via text messages.
