⚠️ **Icy Conditions Alert for Wales! ❄️**
Brace yourselves, folks! A Yellow weather warning for ice is in force for most of Wales following the chaos caused by Storm Goretti. With temperatures dropping below freezing, expect slippery roads, pavements, and cycle paths from Friday noon until Saturday midday. 🌧️
Regions affected include Cardiff, Newport, the Vale of Glamorgan, Bridgend, Rhondda, Merthyr, Caerphilly, Blaenau Gwent, Torfaen, and more! Even rural and northern areas like Powys, Ceredigion, Carmarthenshire, Gwynedd, and Conwy aren’t spared. Plus, wintry showers might add to the icy mess. 🥶
With half-melted snow refreezing overnight, the risk of ice is real. Freezing fog could strike, complicating matters further. The Met Office warns of potential slips and falls. So, how do you stay safe?
– **Leave early:** Head out at least 5 minutes sooner than usual to avoid rushing.
– **Use main roads:** Stick to main routes which are more likely to be treated.
– **Be informed:** Check road conditions or public transport updates before setting off.
Drive cautiously, especially on routes that may not have been treated. Other parts of the UK, including London and the South East, are also under alert, so stay informed as forecasts can change.
Stay safe and cosy indoors if possible, and let’s navigate this icy spell together. 💙