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Met Office Forecast for Wales: Today, expect a chilly start with sleet and snow showers, gradually easing into the afternoon with some bright or sunny spells. It will remain cold throughout the day, with winds becoming lighter later on. The maximum temperature will reach 7°C. Tonight, the evening will be dry but chilly, with cloud cover increasing overnight in anticipation of Storm Bert’s arrival. Rain will become widespread with brief hill snow across Eryri. Patchy frost will diminish as the rain sets in, with a minimum temperature of 1°C.
In the news today: A takeaway worker stabbed a customer multiple times during a horrific assault captured on CCTV at the Clifton Fish Bar in Cardiff. Meanwhile, the body of a man named Paul was found on the train tracks between Llandudno and Chester. Tragically, Emily Thornton-Sandy, 30, and her dog Scout died in a crash on the A48. On a national level, the cost of living continues to rise as gas and electricity bills are set for another £19 hike.
Wales is bracing for Storm Bert this weekend, with weather maps showing hour-by-hour forecasts of gales, flooding, and blizzards. As the second named storm of the season approaches, hundreds of schools are closed due to the wintry conditions. The public is urged to be prepared for the inclement weather and take necessary precautions.
In other news, festivities were in full swing on Beaujolais Day 2024 in Swansea as thousands celebrated into the night. The WRU is keen on bringing back an exiled star to Wales in a new role, hinting at potential developments for the Six Nations. ITV’s Strictly Come Dancing will see another contestant eliminated this weekend, adding to the excitement of the popular show.
As the Christmas season approaches, households are warned of higher bills and increasing financial pressures. With inflation rising and interest rates staying high, families are advised to budget wisely during the festive period. Stay tuned for more updates on these stories and much more throughout the day.
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