The UK's Met Office warns of icy conditions in parts of North Yorkshire, Darlington, and Durham on Thursday.

The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for ice in parts of North Yorkshire, Durham, and Derbyshire from 3am to 9am on March 13. Showers, possibly wintry, are expected, with icy surfaces potentially forming and increasing the risk of accidents. Residents are advised to travel cautiously and check road conditions. North Yorkshire has already seen light snow on higher routes, but all roads remain open. The forecast predicts sunny spells with blustery showers, possibly heavy, and a risk of hail and snow on hills over the coming days, with temperatures ranging from -1°C to 8°C. The weather is expected to become drier and sunnier over the weekend.