Heavy snow across the Lake District

Updated 10:45am Sunday 17th March 2013 in News

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It seems that the snow is now turning to rain in most places. Keep us updated with the conditions in your area or send in your snow pictures to anna.clarke@nqnw.co.uk or Tweet us @gazettenewsdesk.

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This tweet was sent in to us this morning:

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And it seems locals do not want to have their routines changed by the weather:

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Seems to have taken a few people by surprise though:

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South Lakeland has woken to another sprinkling of snow this morning but it is not thought to have affected any of the district's roads.

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WEDNESDAY

It's another bright and chilly morning, but no problems are currently reported on the region's roads.

No school closures are currently reported.

Here's the latest weather forecast for the region:

3:47pm

Kendal Town match off

KENDAL Town's match against Hednesford Town tonight has been abandoned due to a frozen and waterlogged pitch.

The 20th-placed Black and Whites were due to entertain Hednesford, who are second in the table six points off leaders North Ferriby United with three games in hand.

A re-arranged date has not yet been set aside.

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Here's the latest weather forecast for the region:

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Photos

The Lake District has been transformed into a winter wonderland by snow on Sunday night and Monday.

Here's one of the fantastic pictures taken by our photographers:

Look at more pictures in our latest snow gallery.

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TUESDAY

A warning for ice has been issued this morning, so take care if you're on the roads.

Hartside Pass at Alston remains closed due to snow and ice.

No school closures are currently reported.

A bright and sunny day is forecast for today, with no further snow - but it will remain very cold.

Here's the latest weather forecast:

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Snow showers are expected to continue into this evening across Cumbria, and a warning for ice has been issued for tomorrow morning.

Tuesday is expected to be bright and sunny, but be careful on the roads first thing.

Here's the weather forecast in full:

 

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Here's the latest weather forecast for the region: 

9:41am

Heading out on the fells today? Then make sure you've got the right equipment with you - have a read of our mountain safety pages before you set off.

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Here are a few photos of snow-covered Kendal this morning, taken by the Gazette's Andrew Thomas:

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Public health experts in Cumbria are reminding older people of the steps they should take to make sure they stay safe and well during the current cold-snap.

To keep warm and well during periods of cold weather:

* Keep curtains drawn and doors closed to block out draughts.
* Have regular hot drinks and at least one hot meal a day if possible. Eating regularly helps keep energy levels up during winter. 
* Wear several light layers of warm clothes (rather than one chunky layer). 
* Keep as active as possible.
* Wrap up warm if you need to go outside on cold days.

Keep your main living room at around 18- 21°C (64-70°F), and the rest of the house at least 16°C (61°F). If you can’t heat all the rooms you use, heat the living room during the day and the bedroom just before you go to sleep.

People with heart or respiratory (breathing) problems may have worse symptoms during a cold spell and for several days after temperatures return to normal.

Young people should also be careful if heading out in the evening as temperatures contiue to drop even further overnight.

Basic tips include:

- Dress appropriately for the weather with warm clothing including a coat;

- Make sure you have a plan to get home safely and you inform friends or family of your  intentions, but never drink drive or resort to walking home alone;

- Make sure if you’re drinking, that you keep an eye on the number of drinks you’ve had; 

- Look out for your friends, stick together and make sure you tell someone if you decide  to leave early or change your plans;

- Don’t place yourself in danger, and always tell someone of your intentions if your plans  change.

A Cumbria public health spokesperson said: “The freezing weather which we are seeing across the county can present a health risk, particularly to older people and those with underlying medical conditions.

“It is very important for people to look after themselves and others around them, and to take sensible steps to reduce the risk of injury or illness.”

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Cumbria Police are now saying there have been 15 weather-related incidents on the county's roads this morning. None are thought to be serious. They include incidents on the A66, the M6 around junctions 39 and 40 and on the Kirkstone and Hartside Passes.

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We're hearing reports of six accidents across the county and are working on getting details from the fire service and police. More details will be posted as they come in. If anyone knows of anything, please contact the newsdesk on 01539 710188 or email anna.clarke@kendal.newsquest.co.uk

9:02am

Temperatures are not expected to rise above freezing today and will drop to -4 or -5C at points. It is expected the mercury will plummet to as low at -11C at 900ft. More snow flurries are being forecast tomorrow evening.

9:00am

Lees Hill C of E School, close to Brampton, is closed today. It is currently thought to be the only closure in the county.

8:59am

The Hartside Pass is closed but it is thought vehicles are still stuck up on the tops.

8:57am

Reports are flooding in of fire engines and a helicopter being spotted around the Sandes Avenue area of Kendal. Weather updates say there are "hazardous" conditions in the area around Stricklandgate. But the weather report also says "all roads in Kendal are affected". Anyone who sees anything, has pictures of the snow or wants to send us their thoughts is asked to email anna.clarke@kendal.newsquest.co.uk

8:50am

Drivers are being warned about hazardous driving conditions around the A684 in Kendal. The snow has affected the area between Stramongate and J37 of the M6. Drivers are urged to make only essential journeys.

8:46am

One lane is closed and traffic is slow because of a jackknifed lorry on the M6 northbound, at J41 B5305. There is congestion to J40 for the A66 at Penrith. Lane one has been closed since around 07.15am. Southbound traffic is also slow past the scene.

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About one and a half inches of snow fell on Kendal in the early hours of this morning.

Traffic, however, seems to be moving well on the main roads.

There is plenty of blue sky overhead, which means there are some great opportunities for taking some fabulous photographs today.

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SCHOOL CLOSURES

No school closures are currently reported.

7:16am

Difficult driving conditions are reported all over the region - take care if you're on the roads this morning.

Accidents are currently reported on the A591 at Windermere, and on the A66 at Stainton and Temple Sowerby.

7:15am

Accident on the M6

One lane of the M6 is closed and there's very slow traffic due to jackknifed lorry on M6 Northbound at J41 B5305 (Catterlen), congestion to J40 A66 (Penrith).

Lane one (ff three) is closed. Southbound traffic is also slow past the scene.

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Heavy snow has fallen overnight across the Lake District.

Here's the latest weather forecast:

Comments(1)

mzeelmzee@yahoo.co.uk says...
2:30pm Tue 12 Mar 13

It is very difficult to carry out task becouse of snow and it is absolutely lsippery.

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