Leeds snow: This is when heavy snow is forecast in Leeds today as Storm Darcy hits and flood warnings are issued

There is more snow forecast for Leeds today as it is set to get heavier as the day progresses.

The Met Office has said it will snow heavily at 12:00pm, 2:00pm and 6:00pm today with showers of lighter snow in between.

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Areas of Leeds such as Cookridge, Burley and Alwoodley have already seen snow showers this morning which has settled on roads and pavements.

A yellow weather warning for snow has been issued by the Met Office as temperatures are set to plummet below freezing throughout the afternoon.

The warning is in place across the city until 11:59pm on Wednesday, so we are likely to see more snow in Leeds over the next few days.

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The Met Office has said that roads and railways are likely to be affected with longer journey times by road, train and bus services.

There is also a small chance of longer travel delays in place with some stranded vehicles and passengers.

It has been warned that there could be some injuries from slips and falls on icy surfaces, with icy patches on some untreated roads, pavements and cycle paths.

There is a small chance that power cuts will occur and other services, such as mobile phone coverage, may be affected.

There are also some flood warnings and alerts in place in areas of Leeds today as Storm Darcy hits the city.

Areas with warnings require immediate action to be taken, whilst areas with flood alerts should prepare for the water.

It comes after a weekend of flooding in parts of Leeds, where residents were forced to rally together to save their homes.

How to drive safely in snow

- Slow down

Snow, ice and water on the road reduce grip and, coupled with poor visibility in bad weather, they mean it’s essential that you cut your speed.

Stopping distances can be 10 times greater in snow and ice so slowing down gives you more time to react to other traffic or hazards on the road ahead.

However, be careful that you don’t drive so slowly that you risk losing momentum. On snow-covered roads and especially on hills this could see you stuck and struggling to get moving again.

- Keep it smooth

As well as keeping your speed down you need to keep your inputs smooth. Sharp acceleration, braking or steering are more likely to cause your car to lose grip, leaving you with no control.

Where you can, try to use engine braking to slow down, that way you’re less likely to skid.

- Leave more space

With stopping distances seriously increased by slippy conditions it’s vital you leave more space between your car and the vehicle in front.

It’s also important to try and anticipate what other drivers are doing - being properly aware could save you from a crash or being stranded as others grind to a halt. It also means you're less likely to have to brake or steer suddenly.

- Use a high gear

If your car is struggling to find grip, especially when pulling away, try selecting a higher gear. This should reduce the amount of wheelspin and help you get moving.

- Stay seen

With shorter days and the prospect of rain, fog or snow making visibility worse, it's important to make sure you can see and be seen. Check all your lights work and are clear of snow or ice before setting off.

Don't wait until it's pitch black to use your headlights and don't just rely on running lights when conditions deteriorate. If it's snowing heavily, dipped beams may actually work better than full beams.