Met Office forecasts 'wintry flurries' as six-day cold weather alert issued in Cambridgeshire

A six-day cold weather alert has been issued for Cambridgeshire and the East of England, starting on Monday (November 18). The first cold weather alert of the year for the region has been issued by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA).

The amber alert is in effect from Monday at 10am to Saturday (November 23) at 6pm. "Forecast weather is likely to cause significant impacts across health and social care services," the alert said.

The Met Office has forecast 'wintry' weather for the East of England, with snow 'possible' in some areas on Tuesday. The forecast for Monday said: "A cloudy and damp start in the south, but becoming drier, colder and brighter generally through the morning with some sunny periods. Becoming markedly colder, with frost in places and perhaps a parting shot of strong winds and some snow."

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Tuesday's forecast said: "Windy with wintry flurries, but gradually brightening from the north during the morning. Cold, but brighter with sunshine into the afternoon, however further blustery wintry showers affecting windward coasts."

The outlook for the rest of the week is for some wintry showers, with some bright periods. There will be sharp overnight frosts.

The UKHSA amber alert said the cold weather could see "a rise in deaths, particularly among those aged 65 and over or with health conditions", as well as "a likely increase in demand for health services". It said other sectors, such as transport and energy, could be affected by the colder weather.