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| Heavy snow prompts travel warning | Heavy snow prompts travel warning |
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| Motorists across north-east England are being advised not to travel unless absolutely necessary after heavy snowfall overnight. | Motorists across north-east England are being advised not to travel unless absolutely necessary after heavy snowfall overnight. |
| Roads across Northumberland, Tyne and Wear, County Durham and Teesside have been affected, with up to four inches (10cm) in places. | Roads across Northumberland, Tyne and Wear, County Durham and Teesside have been affected, with up to four inches (10cm) in places. |
| The snow has fallen on ice, making driving conditions particularly treacherous, said police. | The snow has fallen on ice, making driving conditions particularly treacherous, said police. |
| Some parts of eastern Cumbria have also been hit by the bad weather. | Some parts of eastern Cumbria have also been hit by the bad weather. |
| Anyone who does travel is urged to plan their journey and be prepared for disruption. | Anyone who does travel is urged to plan their journey and be prepared for disruption. |
| The Highways Agency said drivers should carry a blanket, warm clothes, food, a warm drink and a shovel. | The Highways Agency said drivers should carry a blanket, warm clothes, food, a warm drink and a shovel. |
| The snow is expected to continue until about midday, with more forecast for Saturday and Sunday. |