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The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for Bolton that will be in place for Monday, January 6. The warning is related to snow and ice and will be in place from 12am until 12pm on Monday. Locals should expect more snow with icy stretches also likely which may cause some disruption to travel.
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com/QF3Ubq65Pu — Met Office - NW England (@metofficeNWEng) January 5, 2025 What to expect as Met Office issues snow and ice warning for Bolton The Met Office says anyone in Bolton should expect: Some roads and railways to be affected with longer journey times by road, bus and train services Icy patches on some untreated roads, pavements and cycle paths Some injuries from slips and falls on icy surfaces The forecaster added: “Snow will become more sporadic during Monday morning, though some further accumulations of a few centimetres are likely over the Pennines and perhaps the North York Moors. “Icy stretches are likely to develop quite widely, making for some difficult travelling conditions.” How to drive safely in snow and ice What you should do Here is some advice from the Met Office: Snowy, wintry weather can cause delays and make driving conditions dangerous.
Keep yourself and others safe by planning your route, giving yourself extra time for your journey. Check for road closures or delays to public transport and amend plans if necessary. If driving, make sure you have some essentials in your car in the event of any delays (e.
g. warm clothing, food, water, a blanket, a torch, ice scraper/de icer, a warning triangle, high visibility vest and an in-car phone charger). Recommended reading: Heavy snowfall overnight causing issues on the roads - UPDATES National Highways issues warning as up to 25cm of snow could fall in England Manchester Airport reopens runways but warns delays are to be expected Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.
Keep yourself and your family safe when it is icy. Plan to leave the homes " target="_blank">house at least five minutes earlier than normal. Not needing to rush, reduces your risk of accidents, slips, and falls.
If you need to make a journey on foot, try to use pavements along main roads which are likely to be less slippery. Similarly, if cycling, try and stick to main roads which are more likely to have been treated. Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary.
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