People across the region wondered what the colourful glow was
10:41, 07 Jan 2025Updated 10:51, 07 Jan 2025
The pink glow in Tranmere (Image: Liverpool Echo )
Many people across Merseyside spotted pink skies as snow fell overnight. Those living in areas such as Tranmere, Prenton and New Brighton saw the pink glow and others noticed it over the new Everton stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock.
The Black Pearl in New Brighton Facebook page said: “Magnificent pink glow over Everton stadium just now… not sure what is causing it – the whole sky around has the pink glow.” Other people shared their own pictures of the sky illuminated with many asking what it was.
The pink skies were due to LED lights at the Everton Stadium and Tranmere Rovers’ ground which are used to maintain the playing surface. The lights help accelerate the growth and repair of the pitch between matches.
A yellow weather warning issued by the Met Office was in place from 5pm on Monday, January 6 to 10am today. The snow has caused travel disruption across Merseyside, with many delays to roads, train services and flights.
Schools across the region have also decided to close to ensure the safety of their staff and pupils. Met Office Chief Meteorologist, Frank Saunders, said: “Hail, sleet or snow showers are expected to affect parts of Scotland and Northern Ireland, spreading to Wales and parts of northwest England this evening, before moving into part of southwest England, the Midlands and southern England during the early hours of Tuesday. Rain or hail is more likely towards some western coasts.
“Icy stretches which develop overnight as a result of these showers, or the recent wet conditions, could bring some disruption to travel. In addition to the ice, we could see snow accumulations of a few cm above 200 metres, with a chance of greater than 5 cm above 200 metres in Wales. The heaviest snow showers may also produce temporary accumulations of 0-2 cm at low levels. It is not possible to say exactly where this snow might fall, so it’s important that people are prepared.”