The Met Office has warned that people all across the UK should expect a brief period of abnormally cold weather for this time of year.
A rare level 3 Cold Weather alert was put in place which will come into effect at 6pm this evening and will last until 9am on Monday. It comes amidst a warning of a 90 per cent probability of severe cold weather and icy conditions.
It also means that there will be an increased risk to vulnerable groups including the elderly and those with health conditions. Healthcare services are being urged to take action to protect such groups while other people are being encouraged to 'look out for family and friends who may be vulnerable to the cold' and ensure homes are kept warm enough to combat the cold temperatures.
