Severe weather in the UK has completely disrupted transport systems with many cancellations of trains, buses and flights. And met office forecasters have warned that more heavy snow is set to hit the British shores from Russia as the UK suffers its most severe winter for 13 years.

Met office forecasters have warned that snowstorms from Russia, currently brewing over the north sea, will bring even more freezing temperatures, biting winds and even more heavy snow. While the weather may improve for a while, forecasters are warning that more heavy snow can be expected this week.

The Automobile Association have warned people telling them that their cars should not be thought of as an overcoat. If they break down they will need to leave their vehicles and must ensure that they are adequately protected against the cold, else they will risk hypothermia.

London and the Southeast region of England has experienced the heaviest snow falls for around 20 years. The severe weather forced London mayor, Boris Johnson, to shut down the whole of the London bus network. Disruption to public transport has led many people to work from home and lots of schools are still closed.

The worst snowstorm to hit London for 20 years has cancelled hundreds of flights from Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and Luton. The closure of one of Heathrow airport’s busy runways has led to more than 650 flight cancellations. Prospects for travellers this week continue to look bleak as forecasters predict even more severe weather.

The cancellation of many trains and buses is resulting in lots of people trying to reach the airports using their own cars. Freezing conditions are making driving dangerous, particularly in many outlying districts where roads have not been treated. The roads are littered with abandoned cars, buses and trucks, some blocking carriageways.

Anyone who is hoping to fly from Heathrow or Gatwick is advised to contact their airport before leaving home. And if you are planning to take your car to the airport be sure to pre-book your Heathrow parking or Gatwick parking space in advance to be certain of a place.

The current Highways agency advice is: ‘if your journey isn’t vital, stay at home’.