Police issue beast from the east warning

Island braced for 'coldest day for years'

Police are urging motorists to ensure their vehicles are suitably prepared for the bitterly cold weather which has been forecast over the next few days.

Light snowfall is expected and Met Office at Ronaldsway is predicting Wednesday will be the coldest day in years.

The Isle of Man Constabulary is asking the public to make sure their vehicles are in good condition for any journeys planned over the coming days.

Temperatures across Europe have plunged due to a weather front that's been dubbed the 'beast from the east'.