UK weather: major road across Pennines shut as Arctic blast brings snow and ice

The Guardian - World NewsEN 2 min read 100% complete by Mark Brown North of England correspondentFebruary 13, 2026 at 10:41 AM

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An Arctic blast has brought snow, ice, and freezing temperatures to the UK, causing travel disruption and prompting weather warnings. The Met Office issued yellow warnings for snow in Scotland and rain, sleet, and snow in northern England, valid until noon Friday. The A66, a major road across the Pennines, is closed due to heavy snowfall between County Durham and Cumbria. The UK Health Security Agency issued a four-day cold weather alert for northern England and the Midlands, warning of increased health risks for vulnerable individuals. This wintry weather follows a notably wet start to the year for some areas, with numerous flood warnings and alerts in place across England and Wales.

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