Isle of Man schools closed due to icy weather
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The Manx government said all state schools will remain closed all day
Every state school on the Isle of Man has been closed because of the wintry weather, the government said.
The Department of Education and Children took the decision early on Wednesday morning partly because bus services have been affected by the freezing conditions.
Privately run Buchan School and King Williams College have both confirmed that they will remain open.
All exams have also been postponed and will be rescheduled for a later date.
Luckily Esmarelda the Guanaco at the Manx Wildlife Park has a thick coat
The government said a major gritting project is taking place around the island
Meanwhile some flights to and from the Isle of Man have also been delayed or cancelled.
The Isle of Man Airport, external said flight disruption is "likely" and advised passengers to contact airlines for further information.
Bus services were suspended on Wednesday morning but Isle of Man Transport said all main routes started operating again at 09:00 GMT.
A spokesman added: "We are unable to serve Foxdale, Pulrose, Anagh Coar, Lakeside Gardens, Ballabrooie, Summer Hill, Ballachrink, Business Park, The Hope and Niarbyl."
The island's Department of Infrastructure said gritters will be deployed from 05:00 GMT on 1 March "initially on the arterial routes then all others, if required".
A spokesman added: "Motorists are advised to drive to the conditions and allow extra time for travel".
The Isle of Man Met office has issued a yellow weather warning until Thursday.