Net-weather Alert 00044/00045: 17th-19th November

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Weather Alert

Category: Level 3 Warning

Weather type: Severe Gales

Affecting: Northern and Western Scotland, the Northern Isles, Shetland and Orkney Isles

Date Valid For: 16:30 Wednesday 17th November - 07:00 Thursday 18th November 2004

Time Of Issue: 16.15 Wednesday 17th November 2004.

Strong to gale force west/northwesterly winds are expected to continue for much of the evening and night across northern and western Scotland, the Northern Isles along with the Orkney and Shetland Islands. These winds will veer northerly later tonight.

Gusts of between 60 and 70MPH are likely, which will lead to hazardous driving conditions and a risk of structural damage, with branches likely to fall off trees.

During the night, showers will turn increasingly to snow, with small to moderate accumulations possible in the northeast by morning.

Confidence Level: 80%

Note: This alert should be considered a guide and we strongly recommend you stay tuned to the Met-Office for further warnings and updates.

Expect further updates as and when is necessary.

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Weather Alert

Category: Level 3 Warning

Weather type: Heavy Snow

Affecting: Northern and Eastern Scotland.

Date Valid For: 00:01 Thursday 18th November - 23:59 Friday 19th November 2004

Time Of Issue: 16:45 Wednesday 17th November 2004.

A strong and cold northerly airflow will establish itself across many parts of the country during tonight and tomorrow (Thursday). Whilst many areas will simply turn drier and colder, northern and eastern areas of Scotland are likely to see heavy snow showers developing during Wednesday night into Thursday.

Several cm's of snow are possible during this period in the area mentioned, and will cause difficult driving conditions so extra time and care should be taken.

Wintry showers are possible over other parts of Scotland exposed to the north/northwesterly winds, along with northern parts of England. However, any snowfall is unlikely to settle in these areas.

Confidence Level: 70%

Note: This alert should be considered a guide and we strongly recommend you stay tuned to the Met-Office for further warnings and updates.

Expect further updates as and when is necessary.

Disclaimer: The owners of net-weather.co.uk hold no responsibility for losses or damage to property or injury to persons due to any information or forecasts contained in this website. The application of any of the information or forecasts within this site are entirely at the users risk. The information and forecasts held on this website and any services linked with the website are provided on an as is basis, the owners of net-weather hold no responsibility for losses or damage to property or injury to persons due to any of these being unavailable at any time.

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WEATHER ALERT UPDATE - THURSDAY 18TH NOVEMBER 2004

Category: Level 3 Warning

Weather type: Heavy Snow and Gales

Affecting: Northern and Eastern Scotland, Northern England, Northern Ireland, Wales and the Midlands

Date Valid For: 00:01 Thursday 18th November - 23:59 Friday 19th November 2004

Time Of Issue: 15:45 Thursday 18th November 2004.

A strong northerly air flow is establishing itself across the UK. It is likely that Northern and Eastern Scotland will experience snow showers in increasing frequency as we move into the evening and night time period, with several cms of accumulated snow is likely even to low ground. In addition to this strong to gale force winds will effect these areas.

Further south, a band of rain is moving slowly through England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The cold air is digging in behind it and it is likely the precipitation will turn to snow above 100m with some small accumulations possible. There may even be sleet or even wet snow down to low levels later. There is some uncertainty about this so please check for updates to this warning

Confidence Level: 70%

Note: This alert should be considered a guide and we strongly recommend you stay tuned to the Met-Office for further warnings and updates.

Expect further updates as and when is necessary.

Disclaimer: The owners of net-weather.co.uk hold no responsibility for losses or damage to property or injury to persons due to any information or forecasts contained in this website. The application of any of the information or forecasts within this site are entirely at the users risk. The information and forecasts held on this website and any services linked with the website are provided on an as is basis, the owners of net-weather hold no responsibility for losses or damage to property or injury to persons due to any of these being unavailable at any time.

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WEATHER ALERT UPDATE - THURSDAY 18TH NOVEMBER 2004

Category: Level 3 Warning

Weather type: Snow Showers/Extensive Ice

Affecting: All of the UK

Date Valid For: 22:00 Thursday 18th November - 23:59 Friday 19th November 2004

Time Of Issue: 21:45 Thursday 18th November 2004.

A strong northerly air flow continues to establish itself across the UK, bringing much colder conditions across all areas.

After this evening's heavy rain, sleet and snow, clearin skies will lead to temperatures falling below freezing in many parts. As a result, widespread and extensive ice is like to cause problems tomorrow morning. Please take extra care if venturing out, and allow extra time for your journey.

In addition to this, snow showers are expected to affect many coastal areas of Scotland, Northwest England, Northern Ireland and into North Wales overnight. A dusting of snow is possible in many over these areas, however, northern and eastern Scotland may see several cms of accumulated snow, even to low ground. In addition to this strong to gale force winds will affect these areas, causing drifting of any lying snow.

Confidence Level: 75%

Note: This alert should be considered a guide and we strongly recommend you stay tuned to the Met-Office for further warnings and updates.

Expect further updates as and when is necessary.

Disclaimer: The owners of net-weather.co.uk hold no responsibility for losses or damage to property or injury to persons due to any information or forecasts contained in this website. The application of any of the information or forecasts within this site are entirely at the users risk. The information and forecasts held on this website and any services linked with the website are provided on an as is basis, the owners of net-weather hold no responsibility for losses or damage to property or injury to persons due to any of these being unavailable at any time.