More warnings after snow havoc

Blizzards hit the north east of England on Wednesday afternoon

Severe weather across many parts of England has brought disruption to commuters, travellers and children trying to get to school.

Blizzard conditions in the North East closed Newcastle Airport's runways on Wednesday afternoon.

Passengers were warned to expect delays after three outbound flights and four inbound flights were cancelled.

And many of the region's schools were forced to send pupils home as visibility on the roads was reduced to 15 metres in places.

Earlier, people living in parts of Lincolnshire woke to five inches (13cm) of snow.

Snow of up to 16 inches (40cm) deep settled in Garrowby Hill, East Yorkshire.

Despite gritters being out in force on Tuesday night, overnight snow brought disruption for many rush-hour commuters.

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Two articulated lorries overturned on the M62, closing part of the westbound carriageway and in other parts speeds were cut to 10 mph.

Several main roads in Lincolnshire remained closed on Wednesday morning due to accidents.

In London the icy conditions caused havoc on many services on the overground part of the Tube network north, west and east of the city.

Sections of the Metropolitan, Piccadilly, Jubilee and Central lines had no trains and there were also delays on main line services in the suburbs.

Weather forecasters said the cold temperatures would continue with more snow showers likely throughout the day.

Heavy snow has been predicted for the West Midlands, which escaped much of the night time showers, and officials have called off the Carling Cup semi final second leg match between Middlesbrough and Arsenal because of the weather.

A spokesman for the AA said most major routes were open but warned drivers visibility could become a problem later on Wednesday.

He urged drivers to slow down and to ensure their windscreens and mirrors were clean before setting off.