
When does the Met Office issue yellow weather warnings?
Rain, wind, snow, fog and ice all threaten to cause disruption to our days – or at the very worst put our lives in danger.
Equally, incredibly hot and sunny weather can also be just as disruptive and dangerous.
To prevent serious accidents or death, the Met Office will issue a weather warning – normally five days ahead – giving the public time to make alternative travel plans to help minimise disruption.
Yellow is issued when low level impact is caused and refers to a wide range of weather situations
The Met Office says: “Many people may be able to continue with their daily routine, but there will be some that will be directly impacted and so it is important to assess if you could be affected.
“Other yellow warnings are issued when the weather could bring much more severe impacts to the majority of people but the certainty of those impacts occurring is much lower.
When the Met Office issues a yellow warning, it means experts believe you should be prepared to change your plans and protect yourself, your family, and community from the impacts of the severe weather.
When the UK is experiencing typical seasonal weather, the Met Office does not send out weather warnings.
It is advisable to keep an eye out for the weather forecast.