Update at 5:30am: Heavy snowfall blanketed parts of Flintshire overnight, creating picturesque but challenging conditions for drivers on the A55 and A494.
Despite the wintry weather, reports suggest that traffic is moving steadily, with all sections of the A55 currently passable.
Motorists on social media have shared updates on the state of the carriageways, noting significant accumulations of snow alongside the roads.
However, gritting efforts appear to have been effective, and no closures have been reported as of this morning.
Update Traffic: Wales has said the A55 eastbound at J31 Caerwys is “closed at this time due to a collision and heavy snow.”
Earlier report: Driving conditions are reported to be “horrendous” on parts of the A55 in Flintshire as snow begins to fall this evening.
Snow and ice warnings are in place for the county, as well as surrounding counties and northern England.
The Met Office has said some higher areas may see up to 20 cm of snow, while icy patches on untreated roads are expected as rain and sleet clear on Tuesday.
There are reports on social media of poor driving conditions on higher ground in the county. Traffic cameras show a layer of snow on the A55 around Halkyn, Holywell, and Dobshill. Snow can also be seen around the Ewloe area.
Posting on the Deeside.com Facebook page, Sarah said: “Avoid at all costs (A55). Just managed the bit of road above (Halkyn) on the way back from Colwyn Bay – horrendous.”
Traffic maps show slow traffic along an 18-mile stretch of the A55 from Dobshill to Rhuallt.
The Met Office yellow weather warning for snow and ice came into force at 7 pm this evening and is active until 10 am on Tuesday.
The forecast predicts a period of rain, sleet, and snow overnight, with snow most likely to accumulate on higher ground.
Areas above 200 metres may see 5 to 10 cm of snowfall, while locations above 300 metres could experience as much as 15 to 20 cm.
There is also a possibility of snow settling at lower levels, with accumulations of 5 to 10 cm potentially causing significant disruption.
As temperatures drop, ice is expected to form on untreated surfaces, creating hazardous conditions for travel and outdoor activity.
The Met Office warns of possible travel delays, including road closures and disruptions to bus, train, and air travel.
In some areas, vehicles and passengers may become stranded.
There is also a chance of power cuts and interruptions to mobile phone coverage, particularly in rural communities that could become temporarily isolated.
Commuters are advised to plan ahead, check for road closures and delays, and pack essentials if travelling by car.
Are are currently no schools (as of 9pm) listed on the Flintshire Council website as being closed in the morning.
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