Warning over freezing conditions as winter bites

By The Newsroom
Published 3rd Dec 2016, 14:13 BST
Updated 6th Dec 2016, 12:42 BST
Cold and frosty morning at Lemonroyd Lock, Woodlesford,in Leeds. Credit: Simon HulmeCold and frosty morning at Lemonroyd Lock, Woodlesford,in Leeds. Credit: Simon Hulme
Cold and frosty morning at Lemonroyd Lock, Woodlesford,in Leeds. Credit: Simon Hulme
Temperatures are expected to drop below freezing this weekend, prompting health officials to warn that the chilly conditions can be deadly.

Cold weather alerts have been issued for much of the country as forecasters expect “severe cold weather” to set in today (Saturday).

Public Health England (PHE) have issued level two alerts for all regions - apart from the South West, South East and London - and have urged people to look out for their family, friends and neighbours.

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“A lot of places will see temperatures hovering around freezing or just below but if we have got clear skies we may get to minus four or below,” Met Office spokeswoman Nicky Maxey said.