Temperatures of minus 15 deg Centigrade have now become almost a regular occurrence and this is causing our rivers and waterways to freeze. The continued cold spell is causing a build up of ice which is now becoming quite noticeable on many rivers and on coastal waterways. In some places even salt water is starting to take on the familiar iceberg look. For fast … [Read more...] about Frozen rivers as low temperatures continue in UK
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Birds struggling in freezing conditions
Garden and migratory birds will suffer if arctic conditions continue according to a leading bird charity. Following the prolonged icy blast bringing Arctic weather to Britain and Northern Ireland, the RSPB is calling on birdwatchers, walkers, anglers and water sports enthusiasts across the UK to minimise disturbance to groups of ducks, geese, swans and wading birds until … [Read more...] about Birds struggling in freezing conditions