Cars abandoned amid dicey driving conditions as snow falls over north Northants

Some drivers have found the conditions too much
By Kate Cronin
Published 24th Jan 2021, 13:11 BST
Updated 24th Jan 2021, 13:14 BST
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Heavy snowfall has hit the north of the county this lunchtime.

Snow hit Corby, East Northants, Wellingborough and Kettering around midday, catching out many drivers.

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Several cars were abandoned on steeper roads including these on the A6003 at Rockingham Hill and the Highways Agency was called to incidents on the A43.

Motorists on Rockingham Hill gave up as the snow became heavier this lunchtimeMotorists on Rockingham Hill gave up as the snow became heavier this lunchtime
Motorists on Rockingham Hill gave up as the snow became heavier this lunchtime

A Highways Agency statement at noon said: “We are currently dealing with multiple incidents on the A43 in Northamptonshire.

“We have numerous resources working with our recovery operators to clear vehicles that have been abandoned or stranded. Please check weather/traffic conditions before your essential journey.”

Driving conditions remain treacherous as snow is forecast to continue this afternoon.

Related topics:NorthantsCorbyWellingboroughKetteringA43

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