- The UK Health Security Agency has issued the first yellow cold health alert of the season for the North West and West Midlands, active from Thursday morning until Saturday afternoon.
- Temperatures are forecast to plummet across the UK later this week, bringing widespread frost, cold winds, and snow showers in northern Scotland.
- Health leaders have warned that the colder weather poses increased health risks to over-65s and people with pre-existing conditions, such as heart and lung problems.
- Parts of northern and southern England are expected to see temperatures drop to -1C on Friday, while London will see lows of 3C.
- Members of the public are encouraged to check on vulnerable relatives and neighbours, heat their homes where possible, and dress warmly.
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