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George Hughes

Azores Storm to Bring Up to 13cm of Snow to UK in Coming Days

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A powerful storm from the Azores is set to sweep across the UK, bringing heavy snowfall to several regions. Weather maps from Ventusky indicate that the massive storm, originating from the west of Portugal, will hit the UK at midnight on March 9, with some areas expecting up to 13cm (5 inches) of snow.

The storm is forecast to primarily impact southwest England and the Midlands, with Swindon and surrounding towns bracing for the heaviest snowfall, up to 13cm. Other areas expected to experience significant snowfall include Northampton, which is predicted to receive 4 inches, and Leicester and Peterborough, each set for 3 inches of snow. In addition, lighter snowfall is anticipated in Birmingham and Lincoln, with each receiving approximately an inch, reported the Mirror.

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