Wintery weather is on its way this week, with yellow weather warnings issued for this week.
Drivers should fill up with petrol due to the incoming weather (Image: Getty)
Drivers have been instructed to complete one task before Wednesday, with experts advising against driving without doing so. Wintery weather is on its way this week, with yellow weather warnings issued for Monday and Tuesday (January 26 and 27) The Met Office issued new weather warnings for snow and rain in the UK, just minutes before announcing it had named a new storm as Chandra. Spanning 17 hours, the yellow weather warnings cover large swathes of Scotland and northern England. The rain and snow warnings kick off at midnight, January 27 and will remain in place until 5pm on Tuesday.
Up to 50mm of rain is possible in places, parts of the southern Pennines and southwest Scotland could see accumulations of 20mm in a three-hour period. The weather agency warns there “will be a sharp increase in snow depths with elevation” with areas above 500m likely to see 20cm of snow. The forecaster is warning that drifting is possible in rather brisk southeasterly winds. Strong, gusty winds, especially to the west of hills, may exacerbate the potential for transport disruption.
With this weather on the way, experts at Motors.co.uk have told drivers to do one thing: “Always fill up with a full tank of fuel before heading on a long journey. Being stuck on the side of the motorway in zero-degree conditions isn’t ideal”
This could also help you save some money at the garage. Money Saving Expert’s Martin Lewis told drivers to get petrol when it’s cold.
This is because it’s colder at night, and because fuel pumps are calibrated by volume, you get a tiny bit of extra fuel by filling up when it’s colder.
The RAC advises in its guidance on driving in snow and ice to be prepared for every eventuality by ensuring your car is equipped with a demisting pad and a torch (wind-up so you don’t run out of battery).
They also recommend a hi-vis vest to make you visible if you break down, a blanket to keep you warm, some food, a drink, spare screenwash, de-icer, ice scraper, blanket, and shovel.
Also included on the list is a phone charger, a map, a first aid kit, a warning triangle, some jump leads, a spade and a square of carpet that you can use to put under your drive wheels should you get stuck in the snow.
