Driving warning for today
16
Dec 2010, 9.18 AM by glen
Hazardous driving conditions are predicted this afternoon and early evening (Thursday 16th December 2010), due to freezing temperatures immediately following heavy rain.
Gritting operations are planned but given the exceptional circumstances there is the potential for ice, even on treated roads.
Drivers are advised to take extra precautions and ensure they are fully prepared before making a journey, consider staggering journeys or other means of travel. If possible only essential car journeys should be made during this period.
Met Office severe weather warnings: http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/wm/wm_forecast_warnings.html
General Links
- Residents encouraged to treat snowy pavements – News article
- Preparing for winter (including video clip)
- Staying safe in snow and ice
- Birmingham City Council school closure protocol
- Driving in icy or snowy conditions
- Snow and ice advice for businesses
- Winter maintenance and gritting plans
Weather Updates
- BBC: http://news.bbc.co.uk/weather/forecast/2102
- Met Office: http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/wm/wm_forecast_weather.html
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