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Hundreds of drivers were stranded in their vehicles overnight in freezing conditions after snow bought traffic to a standstill.Hundreds of drivers were stranded in their vehicles overnight in freezing conditions after snow bought traffic to a standstill.
Forecasters believe it was the coldest March day in 27 years, since 1 March 1986. Saughall, in south Lanarkshire, reached -12C (10F).Forecasters believe it was the coldest March day in 27 years, since 1 March 1986. Saughall, in south Lanarkshire, reached -12C (10F).
Many motorists were forced to abandon their vehicles for service stations. Other motorists were stuck for hours in the bitter cold in long tailbacks as ice and snow made roads across much of south-east England impassable.Many motorists were forced to abandon their vehicles for service stations. Other motorists were stuck for hours in the bitter cold in long tailbacks as ice and snow made roads across much of south-east England impassable.
Did you find yourself trapped by the snow? Share your stories in the comments below.Did you find yourself trapped by the snow? Share your stories in the comments below.
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