Thundersnow 'danger' warning issued in Scotland as black ice and power cuts likely

dailyrecord.co.uk:

As turbulent weather continues in Scotland, conditions are to worsen in areas set to be hit with snow, ice and gale force winds.An amber weather alert for snow has been issued on Tuesday with the "danger to life" warning beginning this afternoon, according to the Met Office.

The alert, which lasts until midnight, warns of black ice and heavy snowfall up to 15cm. Power cuts are likely, meaning services like mobile phone coverage may be affected.Isolated thunderstorms combined with the white stuff means parts of the country could experience thundersnow - a phenomenon describing heavy flurries.

Snow within the storms dampen the sound of the thunder and, when it occurs at night, the lightning appears brighter as the light reflects off snowflakes.Another yellow weather warning for snow and ice is in place across the country lasting until Wednesday, January 18.

With regard to areas affected by the amber warning, motorists are being urged to take caution as possible road delays may lead to drivers becoming stranded.