Yellow weather warning issued as ice and wintry showers hit Wales

Some schools have shut as wintry showers are expected to continue across parts of Wales this morning, and snow and ice likely to cause disruption.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning, and some areas could see up to 10cm centimetres of snow, particularly on higher ground, with a wider risk of icy surfaces making travel hazardous.

Three schools in Pembrokeshire have announced closures due to unsafe conditions on surrounding roads or paths.

Drivers and pedestrians are being urged to check conditions before travelling and be prepared for forecasts to change through the day.

The following schools have announced they will be shut on Thursday, with furthure closures expected:

• Ysgol Bro Preseli (both Primary and Secondary)
• Portfield School – Haverfordwest
• Ysgol Gynradd Gymunedol Eglwyswrw

Dyfed-Powys Police have reported the road from Templeton to Tavernspite is shut, and poor driving conditions on the A40 St Clears to Haverfordwest.

The B4329, Preseli Road, between Tafarn-y-bwlch and New Inn is impassable and remains closed.

The yellow snow and ice warning covers:

• Carmarthenshire
• Ceredigion
• Pembrokeshire
• Swansea

Drivers are advised to leave extra time to prepare their vehicles, and carry essentials such as warm clothing, food, water, a blanket, a torch and a phone charger in case of delays.

Those heading out on foot are encouraged to use pavements along main roads, which are more likely to have been treated, to reduce the risk of slips and falls on icy surfaces.

Cyclists are also advised to stick to main routes for the same reason.

Households are being reminded to prepare for any short power cuts by keeping torches, spare batteries and a mobile pack ready.

The Met Office has warned that weather warnings can change quickly and recommends people keep up to date with the latest forecasts.