Schools across the UK have been dealing with closures due to the freezing weather conditions caused by snow and ice. The Met Office has issued warnings for heavy rain, strong winds, and disruptive snow brought by Storm Bert, which is expected to hit the UK over the weekend.
Many parts of the UK experienced near-freezing temperatures overnight on Thursday, with some areas dropping as low as minus 6C. The Met Office has issued several yellow warnings for snow and ice until 10 am on Friday, with additional alerts for wind, rain, and snow coming into effect on Saturday.
An amber alert has been issued for heavy snow and ice in the northern parts of Scotland, with significant snowfall expected in higher elevations. This weather forecast has led to the closure of numerous schools across the UK. Here is an updated list of schools that are closed today due to the inclement weather conditions:
– Aberdeenshire
• Alford Academy
• Alford Primary School
• Auchterless School
• Cairney School
• Cluny School
• Crudie School
• Craigievar School
• Daviot School
• Drumblade School
• Dunecht School
• Echt School
• Fintry School
• Fordyce School
• Forgue School
• Glass School
• Gordon Primary School
• Gordon Schools
• Keig School
• Kennethmont School
• King Edward School
• Kininmonth School
• Largue School
• Ordiquhill School
• Rhynie School
• Slains School
• Strathdon School
• Towie School
• Turriff Academy
• Turriff Primary School
– Highland Council
Check the council’s website for more information.
– Moray
Check the council’s website for more information.
– Devon
Check the council’s website for more information.
– Dorset
• Bere Regis Community School, Bere Regis
• Cheselbourne Village School, Dorchester
• Portesham CE VA Primary School, Weymouth
– Cornwall
• Duchy College, Stoke Climsland
– Hampshire County
Check the council’s website for more information.
– Wales
• Ysgol Trelogan
• Ysgol Acrefair
• Ysgol Henllan
• Ysgol Bro Famau
• Ysgol Pendref
These school closures are necessary to ensure the safety of students and staff during the severe weather conditions. Parents and students are advised to stay updated on the latest information from their local authorities and school websites. Stay safe and warm during this cold spell!
