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15 Jan 2018 | 12:45 AM UTC

United Kingdom: Winter storm advisory issued for January 15-17

UK Met Office issues yellow warning for Scotland and Northern Ireland for January 15-17 due to incoming winter storm

Warning

Event

The UK Met Office has issued a yellow warning for Scotland and Northern Ireland from Monday, January 15, to Wednesday, January 17, due to an approaching winter storm. Officials expect heavy hail and snow showers to affect the area from Monday evening through Tuesday afternoon, with residual precipitation possible through Wednesday. Transportation disruptions are possible for the duration of the storm.

Advice

Individuals in the UK should monitor the situation, visit the Met Office website for updated weather alerts and adhere to any advice issued by local authorities. Those in affected areas should prepare for significant travel delays, and check the status of services before undertaking any planned journey.