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Shropshire weather: Temperatures plummet to -6C in areas of county

Shropshire was freezing this morning as temperatures plummeted to as low as -6C in parts of the county as the cold start to 2017 continued.

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A severe weather warning is in place across parts of the country, telling people to be aware of icy conditions.

Clear spells on Wednesday night meant a chance of temperatures dropping well below freezing, allowing ice to form.

The Met Office warning, in place until 10am this morning, highlights the dangers of untreated surfaces such as pavements, cycle paths and some minor roads.

Charles Powell from the Met Office said: "Temperatures will be getting lowish, with some dropping below freezing.

"The icy conditions are likely to be seen in the east where some showers are expected. But the cloud means temperatures will not be desperately low."

Temperatures could get as high at 4C in the county throughout today.

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