Every word Met Office has said as fresh 'danger to life' snow warning issued for Nottinghamshire

The Met Office has issued a fresh 'danger to life' snow warning for Nottinghamshire. Up to 10cm of snow caused disruption across the country on Tuesday, November 19 as schools were forced to close and bus services cancelled.

Now, forecasters have warned that further snow is possible in the county on Saturday, November 23. A yellow weather warning has been issued with heavy snow followed by a "rapid thaw" and heavy rain, which could lead to disruption.

Temperatures on Saturday, November 23 are expected to rise from 0C in the early hours to 11C by 9pm. Accompanied with heavy rain, the Met Office says 'there is a small chance of fast flowing or deep floodwater causing danger to life'.

Met Office East Midlands weather forecast

Wednesday, November 20 day

"Bright and feeling bitter on Wednesday with sunshine and periods of brisk northwesterly winds. Wintry showers for coastal areas likely through the morning. Mostly fine in afternoon and evening. Maximum temperature 3 °C."

Wednesday, November 20 night

"A very cold night with a severe overnight frost developing, particularly in rural areas. Winds decreasing mostly light but brisker near the coast. Minimum temperature -6 °C."

Thursday, November 21

"Another cold day with a chance of snow showers returning to some areas, mainly Derbyshire, on Thursday. A slow thaw during daylight hours but icy stretches persisting in places. Maximum temperature 4 °C."

Outlook for Friday, November 22 to Sunday, November 24

"Friday cold with wintry showers near coasts. Some snow probable Saturday morning with rain by evening. Very windy. Sunday milder and brighter with rain clearing and remaining windy."

Met Office weather warning Saturday, November 23

Heavy snow on Saturday, followed by a rapid thaw and subsequent rain on Saturday night, may cause some disruption

What should I expect?

• There is a small chance that power cuts will occur and other services, such as mobile phone coverage, may be affected

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

• There is a small chance that homes and businesses could be flooded, causing damage to some buildings

• Where flooding occurs, there is a slight chance of delays or cancellations to train and bus services

• Spray and flooding could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures

• There is a small chance of fast flowing or deep floodwater causing danger to life

• 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

"Outbreaks of rain will spread northeastwards on Saturday, preceded by a spell of snow across parts of northern England and Scotland. Whilst snow will become increasingly confined to higher elevations with time, there is the chance of a transient period of snow to low levels in some areas, with perhaps as much as 5-10 cm accumulating in places, especially the Vale of York, before turning back to rain. Temporary snow accumulations of 10-20 cm are possible on ground above 150m, with perhaps as much as 20-40 cm above 300m.

"In conjunction with strengthening winds, difficult driving conditions are likely, especially over higher level routes, with possibly some interruptions to power supplies. In addition, the rapid thaw of lying snow as milder air arrives, with perhaps an additional 20-40 mm of rain in some upland areas during Saturday night, will lead to a greater likelihood of rainfall impacts later in the period.

What should I do?

"Snowy, wintry weather can cause delays and make driving conditions dangerous, so to keep yourself and others safe: plan your route, checking for delays and road closures, amending your travel plans if necessary; if driving, leave more time to prepare and check your car before setting off; make sure you have essentials packed in your car in the event of any delays (warm clothing, food, water, a blanket, a torch, ice scraper/de-icer, a warning triangle, high visibility vest and an in-car phone charger).

"People cope better when they have prepared in advance for the risk of power cuts or being cut off from services and amenities due to the snow. It’s easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.

"Check if your property could be at risk of flooding. If so, consider preparing a flood plan and an emergency flood kit.

"Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area."