Snow Closes Schools & Blocks Roads
Written by HFM News on 10th March 2023
The early morning snow in and around Market Harborough blocked roads and caused schools to close.
Over 20 schools, including Robert Smyth Academy and Welland Park Academy in Market Harborough are shut today – full list of closures HERE
A number of roads were fully or partially blocked by the snow in places, including the B6047 between Market Harborough and the A47, the A6 in the Kibworth and Great Glen areas and the A427 between Market Harborough and Corby.
A427 at Dingley
Conditions are starting to improve, but Leicestershire Police is urging people to only travel if absolutely necessary.
A spokesperson said: “We are very busy due to the weather and are getting numerous calls about vehicles stuck in the snow.
“We have received numerous reports of stranded vehicles, minor RTCs and roads being blocked across the force area.
“If the vehicles are not in a dangerous position/causing a major hazard then please do not call us about this.
“Please stay at home if your journey is not essential.”
A fallen tree blocked the East Farndon to Marston Trussell road
