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UK Faces Freezing Temperatures and Flood Warnings Ahead

2/11/2026

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A cold weather health alert is issued for the UK, with sub-zero temperatures Friday to Monday.
The UK Health Security Agency warns that vulnerable individuals are at increased risk.
Manchester and Birmingham will experience freezing conditions, with -4C in Cumnock, East Ayrshire.
Snow and ice warnings cover Scotland, with up to 10 cm in hilly areas.
Flood warnings are in place for Dorset, Wiltshire, and Hampshire due to groundwater flooding.

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Story summary

A cold weather health alert is issued for the UK, with sub-zero temperatures Friday to Monday.
The UK Health Security Agency warns that vulnerable individuals are at increased risk.
Manchester and Birmingham will experience freezing conditions, with -4C in Cumnock, East Ayrshire.
Snow and ice warnings cover Scotland, with up to 10 cm in hilly areas.
Flood warnings are in place for Dorset, Wiltshire, and Hampshire due to groundwater flooding.