UK weather: Snow warning for South East hits as mercury plunges to -16C – and clear up begins after ‘severe’ flooding

BRITS are being warned to brace for a minus 16C cold snap as temperatures plummet and more weather alerts for snow hit.

The Met Office is warning 10cm of the white stuff could fall in most parts of the UK this morning with icy stretches likely as the chilly week continues.

PAA tractor helps clears paths in Northumberland on Tuesday[/caption] The Met Office is warning of snow and ice on Wednesday for most parts of the UKMET Office Parts of northern England are being warned...