Posted at 10:40 8 Feb 202110:40 8 Feb 2021A66 closed as snow hits regionThe A66 between Bowes and Brough has been closed due to heavy snow which has fallen across large parts of the region.Durham Police said the snow gates have been closed in both directions and drivers are urged to avoid the area.PA MediaCopyright: PA MediaMeanwhile, this was the scene in Durham earlier.The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for snow for the whole North East which will be in force until Wednesday night.PA MediaCopyright: PA Media
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A66 closed as snow hits region
The A66 between Bowes and Brough has been closed due to heavy snow which has fallen across large parts of the region.
Durham Police said the snow gates have been closed in both directions and drivers are urged to avoid the area.
Meanwhile, this was the scene in Durham earlier.
The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for snow for the whole North East which will be in force until Wednesday night.