UK weather forecast: Icy blast triggers snow as temperatures plummet
The 'beast from the east' is set to bring snow to the UK this weekend
Officials have warned of disruption to public services as health alerts are extended across the country.
Elderly and vulnerable people are being told to stock up and avoid going out during the blizzards. Up to a foot of snow is expected over high ground.
Temperatures will start to plunge today with overnight lows of -10C (14F) next week.
Daytime temperatures will struggle to rise above freezing. The Met Office has issued a severe weather warning for ice across Scotland, northern and central England this morning.
This will be followed by wintry showers. Snowfall will turn heavier and more widespread from tomorrow night as icy winds blast in from the East.