Severe snow in Stoke-on-Trent disrupts bin collections, with councils suspending services and warning of delays due to hazardous conditions
Snow Causes Bin Collection Disruptions Across the UK
As snow continues to fall in many areas, thousands of bins remain unemptied because councils have deemed collections unsafe.
Temperatures have dropped as low as -12C due to a cold snap gripping the UK. An incoming storm threatens snow, ice, heavy rain, and strong winds.
Suspended Collections in North Wales
Six councils in North Wales have suspended bin collections until further notice. They have also closed several recycling centres.
Today, binmen have been unable to reach hundreds of thousands of streets across the country.
Stoke-on-Trent council informed locals yesterday: “Weather conditions prevented access today. We will return to try again within five working days.”
Travel Warnings and School Closures
Motorists have been advised to travel only if “absolutely necessary” due to treacherous driving conditions in some areas.
A Wrexham Council spokesperson stated: “Due to the severe weather over the weekend, it is anticipated that there will be further disruption to waste collections this week. Unfortunately, given the evolving forecast and the operational demands to deal with both gritting and the results of the bad weather, we cannot guarantee when collections will be.”
Weather Warnings and Impact
Multiple yellow and amber weather warnings were issued over the weekend, with several still in effect today. Fresh warnings have been issued for tomorrow.
Hundreds of schools were forced to close across Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland amid the arctic blast. National Rail warned of service cancellations and disruptions.
Met Office Chief Meteorologist Matthew Lehnert said: “The UK will continue to experience a range of winter weather hazards through this week, with low temperatures as well as snow showers and the risk of ice for many.”
The Met Office warned of potential travel disruptions, affecting roads and railways due to the cold snap.
| Location | Action | Details |
|---|---|---|
| North Wales | Suspended Bin Collections | Until further notice; recycling centres closed |
| Stoke-on-Trent | Bin Collection | Weather conditions prevented access |
| Wrexham | Waste Collection Disruption | Further disruptions expected this week |
| UK | Weather Warnings | Multiple yellow and amber warnings issued |
| Schools | Closures | Hundreds closed across Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland |
