Forecasters have given advice for the vulnerable and elderly to remain safe in colder temperatures, while a spectacular snow moon is expected to appear in UK skies.
According to NASA, the second full moon of the year, got its name - the snow moon - from tribes in North East America, who named it because of the heavy snow the season typically gets.
With many keen to see the moon and visible planets, Dr Agostinho Sousa, a consultant in public health medicine, said it is"important to check in on family, friends and relatives who are more vulnerable to the cold weather".
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