Heavy snow can bring chaos to commuters, disruption to public transport, cancellations, as well as enormous fun depending on your viewpoint. It also has the ability to generate a sense of community spirit. These photos showcase how your city has coped after a deluge of the white stuff down the decades. READ MORE: The story of a quirky Leeds pub LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
7. Leeds in the snow
Is this M62 or the A64? Either way snow brought severe disruption in February 1979. | YPN Photo: YPN
8. Leeds in the snow
This motorist was digging the car out on York Road in February 1979. | YPN Photo: YPN
11. Leeds in the snow
Blizzard conditions on Boar Lane as people queue for a bus to transport them home as the city evening rush hour begins in February 1979. | YPN Photo: YPN
12. Leeds in the snow
York Road residents rely on stand pipes after a burst pipe in January 1983. | YPN Photo: YPN