Sheffield snow: Met Office issue new weather warning as ‘ice could be a hazard’ for weekend

Sheffield has been hit with an ice warning following two days of heavy snowfall across the city. The Met Office said the yellow warning for ice, which came into effect at 9.30am on Friday (March 10) is set to last until Saturday (March 11) at 11am.

This comes after a yellow snow and ice warning was issued for Sheffield on Thursday with ice now the cause for concern over the weekend. The Met Office said: “Ice is likely to be a hazard where snow has fallen overnight.”

Met Office forecasters also warn there could be ‘some injuries from slips and falls on icy surfaces’ and ‘probably some icy patches on some untreated roads, pavements and cycle paths.’

In Sheffield, although snow eased from midday on Friday, Saturday is likely to see more snowfall during the night.  However, Sunday will see more settled conditions across the region, but temperatures will remain in the single digits as they gradually rise to at least 10C.

People woke up to a thick blanket of snow which caused chaos across Sheffield, with public transport being suspended, schools being closed and businesses shutting their doors. The adverse weather conditions could also see a postponement of Sheffield United’s clash with Luton Town this weekend at Bramall Lane.

Earlier this week, Met Office chief meteorologist Dan Suri said: “Snow, ice and low temperatures are the main themes of this week’s forecast, as the UK comes under the influence of an arctic maritime air mass as cold air moves in from the north.

“Snow is already falling in parts of the north where some travel disruption is likely, as well as a chance of some rural communities being cut off. Snow showers will continue through today and Tuesday here, and Northern Ireland will also be subject to some snow showers, especially over high ground.

“Ice will provide an additional hazard for many with overnight low temperatures well below 0°C for many. Further south wintry hazards will develop with parts of England and Wales affected by icy patches and snow in places tonight and likely further snow in parts of the

south early Wednesday.”

National Highways advice on heavy snow warning

Dale Hipkiss, national network manager at National Highways, said it is advisable for people to keep a kit of essential items in your vehicle in case of an emergency. He said: “Keeping a kit of essential items like a torch and warm clothes, in your vehicle, can be vital in case you and your passengers become stranded in winter.

“Freezing conditions bring so many hazards such as snow and ice and take every possible step to understand your journey in advance and allow lots of extra time when travelling to prepare for the unexpected.

“It is therefore always important to plan ahead for your journey, listen to the weather forecasts, and if weather conditions become challenging, adjust your driving behaviour and take extra care.”