Two Leeds school buses stranded in heavy snow as police warn drivers not to travel

Two school buses have been left stranded in the snow in Leeds.
By Abbey Maclure
Published 14th Jan 2021, 13:29 BST
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The buses came to a standstill on Fall Lane, East Ardsley, due to heavy snow on the road.

Police officers are pictured at the scene assisting the recovery of the vehicles.

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Heavy snow is forecast throughout the day in Leeds and the Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning.

The buses came to a standstill on Fall Lane, East ArdsleyThe buses came to a standstill on Fall Lane, East Ardsley
The buses came to a standstill on Fall Lane, East Ardsley

West Yorkshire Police has warned drivers not to travel due to adverse weather conditions.

The force's Contact Management Centre tweeted a picture of the snow and said: "So the car park was clear half an hour ago. Covered now.

"Snow is forecast for most of the day so avoid travelling today."

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There are delays to bus services across the city and all Flyer buses between Leeds Bradford Airport and Harrogate have been cancelled.

Heavy snow is forecast in Leeds throughout the dayHeavy snow is forecast in Leeds throughout the day
Heavy snow is forecast in Leeds throughout the day

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