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Snow falls in Canterbury as Kent and weather warning issued for ice as temperatures dip below freezing

By: Jack Dyson jdyson@thekmgroup.co.uk

Published: 20:53, 08 January 2021

Updated: 20:55, 08 January 2021

Snow has been spotted in Kent after a weather warning for was issued for the county, with temperatures set to plummet.

Flakes were seen falling across Canterbury this evening, with sightings in the centre of the city.

Snow was seen falling in Canterbury village Bridge. Picture: Jo Allchurch

It was also seen in villages such as Bridge and Sturry, with smatterings settling on car bonnets.

A resident took to social media to say: "Hubby came in, and announced it was snowing.

"There were just a few flakes frozen to the car bonnet."

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This comes as a yellow weather warning was issued across Kent for tonight and tomorrow morning.

The Met Office alert predicts there will be icy patches on some untreated roads, pavements and cycle paths.

It adds: "Icy stretches may lead to some difficult driving conditions.

A yellow weather warning has been issued across Kent. Picture: Met Office

"Some injuries from slips and falls on icy surfaces [are to be expected]."

In response to the warning, the county's fire service is urging residents to take care on the roads.

For all the forecasts, warnings and weather related news, click here.

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