Gritters will be deployed as freezing temperatures continue to sweep across Lancashire, bringing a risk of widespread frost and difficult driving conditions.
Gritters are scheduled to salt priority routes in Central and South Lancashire on December 9 The warning covers all of Lancashire, including Blackpool, Preston, Lancaster, Burnley, Blackburn, Darwen and Clitheroe.The warning was originally set to be in place from 4pm on Thursday until 12pm on Friday .
“These showers are expected to fall as snow on high ground, with the potential for several centimetres to accumulate, especially over the high ground of north Wales.“The warning area has been expanded to cover a bit more of North West England while also being extended to midday Sunday.”- Stick to the main roads where you can and only travel if necessary.- Use a high gear – this will help avoid wheel spin.Advertisement- Try not to brake suddenly – it may lock up your wheels.
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