The Met Office issued a yellow weather warning for snow and ice across Bloxwich, West Midlands, which remained in place until 6:00 AM on February 19, 2026. This alert warned of potential travel disruption and icy surfaces following a mix of sleet and snow overnight.
Forecasters expected small amounts of snow, with less than 2cm at lower levels and up to 5cm on higher ground near the town. These conditions were joined by strong winds from the east and temperatures that stayed just above freezing at around 2 or 3 degrees Celsius.
To help keep the community moving, Walsall Council prioritised gritting for 41% of the borough’s roads. These main roads are typically treated by a gritting fleet in a process that takes between three and four hours to complete.
Residents were advised to allow extra time for their morning journeys and to take care on footpaths that might be slushy or slippery. The national weather service also noted a small possibility of power cuts or interruptions to mobile phone signals while the alert was active.
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