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Ice hazard warning after a weekend of snow

06/02/2012

Weather forecasters are warning motorists and car insurance policy holders of ice hazards on many of Britain's roads after the snow at the weekend.

Despite most roads being now clear of snow, the Met Office has nine severe ice warnings in place in parts of England and Wales.

The weekend saw much disruption to airports, trains and on motorways after most of Britain encountered considerable snow fall on Saturday, with snow levels of up to 16cm (6in) in some areas.

The Met Office say ice will be a problem across England and south-east Wales until midday today.

Highways Agency spokesman Alex Barnett told the BBC the agency had done everything it could to prevent traffic hold-ups; however delays were inevitable as some vehicles cannot cope with the conditions.

The Highways Agency has also advised motorists to exercise care, ensuring they know their route and to check in advance if it is clear and the road is open. They also stress travellers should have enough fuel, warm clothes and blankets in case of trouble. For longer journeys, a fully charged mobile phone and provisions are advised.

"What we have had is a situation of localised showers washing away salt but also freezing upon contact with sub-zero temperatures at the road surface," a Highways Agency spokesman told Sky News.

"As well as treating the network three times between yesterday afternoon and this morning our winter service teams have also operated a patrol and treat strategy to try to tackle the issue of showers once we have been made aware these have happened.

"Drivers should be aware that local conditions can change - often suddenly in winter - and heed advice and drive to conditions exercising extra care and vigilance."