Amber weather warning for Derbyshire
Some places could see 16 inches of snow
The Met Office have issued the warning for the Pennine region, covering the Peak District.
It's predicted some places may see 40 centimetres or almost 16 inches of snowfall between now and Friday lunchtime.
An amber warning indicates "significant disruption". It's valid from 1500 Thursday to 1200 Friday, and snow will be accompanied by strong winds creating blizzard conditions in places.
Met Office Chief Meteorologist, Matthew Lehnert, said:
“An Amber warning for snow has been issued for the high ground running north in the centre of northern England as snow redevelops through the course of Thursday and persist until early Friday. Here we could see up to 40cm of snow accompanied by strong winds causing blizzard conditions.”
Whilst the focus for the heaviest and most impactful snow looks to be focused over the Pennines, a broader yellow warning for snow covers north Wales, northern and central England, Northern Ireland and southern Scotland.
RAC Breakdown spokesperson Rod Dennis said: “Even a little snow on the roads has the potential to make them treacherous for drivers, so we’re advising everyone to proceed extremely cautiously over the next few days. Being gentle on the accelerator and brake is vital to lessen the chances of skidding. It’s also essential drivers go out prepared for the conditions by packing warm clothes and blankets, food and drink and a portable battery charger (power bank) so their mobiles don’t let them down even if their vehicles do.
“Anyone who isn’t confident with winter driving might want to postpone their journeys until temperatures increase.”