Drivers urged to take care after heavy snow hits North East

Motorists are being warned to take extra care on the roads today after heavy overnight snow in the North East.

By The Newsroom

Published 18th Jan 2018, 09:42 BST

Updated 18th Jan 2018, 09:50 BST

Two cars crashed in icy conditions just yards apart on the Elwick-Dalton crossroads near Hartlepool. Pic: Frank Reid.

Parts of the region woke up to several inches of snow this morning, and although most of the main roads were fine, many people found it hard to get off their estates.

It's not all bad news though - Cleadon Hills between South Shields and Sunderland looked absolutely lovely.