A WEATHER alert has been issued for Cumbria by the Met Office.
The Level Two alert was issued yesterday afternoon and covers a 48-hour period – meaning there is a 70 per cent chance of severe weather with the possibility of wintry showers, overnight frost and icy patches on roads.
Dr Will Welfare, consultant in health protection, Public Health England North West, urged people to think what they can do to stay warm.
“This cold is likely to arrive late on Thursday and into Friday," he said.
“Before then it’s really important to think about what you can do to prepare and protect more vulnerable friends and family from the ill effects of the cold. It is best to wear lots of thin layers, have plenty of warm food and drinks to stay warm and check weather forecasts before heading out. Also wear shoes with a good, slip-resistant grip to prevent any accidental falls."
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