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UK drivers in 13 areas urged to pack 12 items before travelling on Sunday
Forecasters are warning of freezing conditions and snow across parts of the UK on Sunday, with drivers advised to carry a winter kit in case they become stranded. The guidance matters as temperatures are expected to fall sharply, although snow is forecast mainly on higher ground in northern Scotland rather than widely at lower levels.
Northern Scotland is most at risk, with up to 4mm of snow an hour possible and around 2–5cm above 400 metres; temporary accumulations could occur from 200–300 metres. Temperatures may drop to minus 6C overnight, with frost and rain in western Scotland on Saturday, while snow could return to far northern Scotland on Monday. The article refers to 12 recommended car-kit items but does not list them in the supplied text.
In short
- Drivers are advised to prepare for wintry conditions.
- Northern Scotland faces the greatest chance of snow.
- Overnight temperatures could fall to minus 6C.
Explained simply
Winter weather can make driving more difficult by reducing grip and visibility, while ice and snow can leave vehicles stuck or delay journeys. A winter car kit is a set of useful supplies for drivers to carry in case they have to wait for help or spend time in a cold vehicle.
Forecasters expect the greatest chance of snow in northern Scotland, especially on higher ground, where temporary accumulations are possible. Conditions may also include frost and sharply lower overnight temperatures, so the advice is relevant to people planning journeys in affected areas.
The guidance is intended to help drivers prepare for disruption and stay safe if a journey takes longer than expected. The supplied report does not name the 12 items in the kit.