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  • Updates from Monday 26 February until Monday 2 March 2018

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  1. Crash closes road

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  2. Cancer rates to increase as Jersey population ages

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    Cancer rates in Jersey are predicted to increase by more than 40% over the next 20 years.

    A report out today shows the number of people being diagnosed with cancer in Jersey is projected to increase from 700 per year, to 1000 per year by 2038.

    Of particular interest to the study were more common cancers, such as breast, prostate, lung and colorectal, all of which are expected to increase by almost 50%.

    Dr Duncan Gibaut from Jersey's Statistics Unit, said the ageing population is a key cause of the increase: "These particular cancers are particularly affecting those of greater ages.

    "As the population increases in age, we'll see higher cancer incidence rates as well."

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  3. Bus services back up and running in Guernsey

    Sarah Gosling
    BBC News Online

    All bus services are back up and running after earlier disruptions caused by snow.

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  4. Snow makes Guernsey a monochrome wonderland

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  5. Alderney Airport stays closed under blanket of snow

    Sarah Gosling
    BBC News Online

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    Alderney Airport will remain closed for the remainder of the day following heavy snowfall.

    About 8cm (3 in) of snow fell overnight, leaving the runway impassable.

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    Guernsey Airport announced at 13:30 it was to reopen for the second time today, after a fresh bout of snow closed the runway at 12:50, only 50 minutes after it was initially cleared.

    In a statement, the airport said "passengers are still advised to check in as normal at this time, unless the flight is shown as cancelled, then they should contact their airline".

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  6. Guernsey Police give snowy driving advice

    Sarah Gosling
    BBC News Online

    Guernsey Police are advising that drivers use dipped beam headlights to "ensure they are visible to other road users".

    The advice comes after an earlier request from the force that drivers only head on to the roads if it is "absolutely necessary".

    Buses and other transportation has already been affected by the poor weather conditions.

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  7. School closures 'done with the best of intentions'

    Sarah Gosling
    BBC News Online

    Snow in Guernsey

    The decision to close all States schools was taken as "some schools previously judged to be safe to open were then determined as unsafe", according to a statement issued by the States of Guernsey.

    The announcement was made at 08:00, leaving little time for alternative childcare arrangements to be made.

    Gus Paterson, Chief Secretary to the Committee for Education, Sport & Culture, said: "I am conscious that any decision to close schools can cause disruption for parents.

    "We do not feel the effects of snowfall in Guernsey often and when it comes it impacts the whole community.

    "I fully appreciate that the explanation regarding the decision-making will come as little solace to anyone disrupted by the changing picture, but the initial attempts to make appropriate decisions at each school site were done with the best of intentions."

    No announcement has yet been made on whether schools will open on Wednesday.

  8. Sandy beaches turn snowy in Guernsey

    Sarah Gosling
    BBC News Online

    Thanks to Source Recruitment in Guernsey who tweeted this photo of a dog walker in a snowy Port Soif.

    If you fancy sharing your snow pictures, please email us.

    Port SoifSource Recruitment

  9. Medical Specialist Group hope to maintain services in snow

    Sarah Gosling
    BBC News Online

    Lowlands Road

    Snowfall across the island has made driving dangerous

    In light of the wintry weather conditions across Guernsey, the Medical Specialist Group (MSG) have released a statement declaring their intention to "maintain our services during the next few days".

    In a post on their website, the service provider said "we will fully understand if any patients feel that it is too dangerous to attempt the journey to their appointment at the MSG today.

    "All we would ask though is that patients give us as much notice as possible if they are not going to be able to attend their appointment, by giving us a call on 238565”.

    The group also stated that any cancellations in their services will be announced on their website.

  10. Guernsey sledder turns body surfer

    Rob Byrne
    BBC News Online

    It doesn't snow that often in Guernsey, so you'll forgive this young sledder for doing a bit of body surfing instead.

    The last time the island saw snow this heavy was nearly five years ago, back in March 2013, when the islands got the most snow they had seen in about 30 years.

    Courtesy of Karen Blanchford

  11. Roofs get a snowy dusting in Guernsey

    BBC Weather Watchers

    Thanks to BBC Weather Watcher Phil Cooper for sending in this photo of snow dusted roofs in Guernsey.

    If you fancy sharing your snow pictures, please email us.

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  12. Delays at Guernsey Airport 'while snow cleared'

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  13. Guernsey bus services affected by snow

    Sarah Gosling
    BBC News Online

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    Heavy snowfall across Guernsey has led to the cancellation of a number of bus services, according to buses.gg.

    Despite announcing earlier that services were to continue as normal, new snowfall has increased the risk on the roads.

    The bus company tweeted that: "As of 1230: R21, R41, R42, R51 and R52 are currently not operating.

    "The conditions are beginning to deteriorate further."

    The service is providing updates on their Facebook page.

  14. Icicles captured in Guernsey stream

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  15. Beau Sejour to close early due to snow

    Sarah Gosling
    BBC News Online

    The Beau Sejour leisure centre in Guernsey has announced that, due to "adverse weather conditions", it will be closing early today.

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  16. Weather closes Rohais Post Office

    Inclement weather has forced the Rohais Post Office to close for the remainder of the day, according to Guernsey Post.

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  17. Jersey flights 'may be disrupted by snow'

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    Services in and out of Jersey Airport could be disrupted by the snowy weather, the Ports of Jersey have said.

    Thursday is expected to be the worst day as bitter cold winds and snow are forecast.

    The Ports of Jersey has said that it is "ready to de-ice the Airport runway, stands and aircraft if necessary".

    It is advising passengers to still check-in on time, unless advised otherwise.

  18. People advised to drive only if 'absolutely necessary'

    Hayley Westcott
    BBC News Online

    Guernsey Police are advising drivers to only head out on the roads this morning if it is "absolutely necessary".

    It added driving conditions are "bad" with Alderney "taking the brunt of the snow so far" within the Bailiwick.

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  19. Thick snow in Alderney

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  20. Guernsey travel: Frie Baton closed due to road conditions

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    Frie Baton is closed due to the road conditions from the former St Saviours Hotel to Courtil Michele.