Yellow Warning of snow and ice issued by Met Office, with parts of Lincolnshire affected

A Yellow Warning of snow and ice in the region has been issued by the Met Office.

The incoming cold snap is due to begin today (Sunday, November 17) with temperatures predicted to drop to as low as -9C over the coming days.

The Met Office believes the chance of snow and ice will affect the north of England and the East Midlands, including parts of Lincolnshire.

While it is believed coastal and southern parts of the county will avoid the harshest conditions, areas such as Lincoln, Woodhall Spa, Gainsborough and Market Rasen are included.

The warning has been put in place from 7pm on Monday until 10am on Tuesday.

“There is a small chance that power cuts will occur and other services, such as mobile phone coverage, may be affected,” the Met Office warned.

“A small chance that untreated pavements and cycle paths become impassable.

“There is a slight chance that some rural communities could become cut off.

“There is a slight chance that bus and train services may be delayed or cancelled, with some road closures and longer journey times.

“A small chance of injuries from slips and falls on icy surfaces.

“There is a small chance of travel delays on roads with some stranded vehicles and passengers, along with delayed or cancelled rail and air travel.”