The Met Office has issued a three-day snow warning for icy and snowstorms – and those affected by these warnings are urged to prepare for possible travel disruption and power cuts.

Forecasters have issued a yellow weather warning for ice and snow for three separate days from today until Tuesday, with Scotland affected today and much of England warned on Monday and Tuesday .

Weather experts said up to 10 to 20cm could fall in parts of England as well as Wales, with 10cm possible even in lower lying areas.

Major cities including Manchester, Liverpool, Nottingham, Newcastle, Sheffield and Leeds are all affected on Monday and Tuesday, with the snow warning extending from the east coast to the west coast of England and the Midlands.

For those affected by snow warnings, the forecaster has established tips for preparing for ice and snow-related disruptions.

First, make sure cell phones are charged and keep a fully charged spare battery on hand.

Indeed, snow can cause localized power outages. It is therefore best to prepare for a loss of connectivity. Landlines can also be cut during storms, so charging your mobile is the best way to be prepared.

THE Met Office said: “People fare better when they have prepared in advance for the risk of power outages or being cut off from services and amenities due to snow. It’s easy to do; consider gathering flashlights and batteries, a cell phone power bank, and other essentials. items.

“People respond to power outages better when they prepare in advance and it’s easy to do. Essential items that might help you cope with a power outage include: candles and matches or lighters, flashlights and batteries, a power supply for a mobile phone.

“In the event of a power outage, these simple steps can help you deal with the situation: Turn off all electrical appliances that should not be left unattended, while waiting for power to return.

“Leave a light on to know when the power outage has been repaired.

“Check to see if your neighbors are safe and if they also have a power outage. If they have power, your trip switch may have activated.

“Wrap up. If it’s cold, wrap up tightly and close the interior doors to keep the heat inside.

Portable heaters are a good alternative if heating systems are broken.

“Call 105 for more information, it’s a free service for people in England, Scotland and Wales.”

THE Met Office The forecast for the UK says: “A period of rain, sleet and snow will occur Monday evening and overnight into Tuesday morning.

“The most likely scenario is that most of the snow accumulates on the hills, with 5-10 cm possible above 200 meters and possibly up to 15-20 cm above 300 meters There is a small risk of snow settling at lower levels, where 5-10 cm would prove much more disruptive, but this remains very uncertain.

“As rain, sleet and snow dissipate Tuesday morning, ice may form on untreated surfaces.”