Cumbria turned into a winter wonderland as a blanket of snowfall swept across the region yesterday (January 16), creating stunning pictures but also widespread disruption and closures.
The snow came at a time in which the Met Office placed a yellow weather warning over the county.
It will remain in place until Thursday, January 18.
Further snow showers and some ice are likely to continue to bring disruption to travel over the coming days as temperatures are set to drop as low as -6 degrees.
The adverse weather conditions prompted authorities to issue several warnings and led to various incidents affecting major roads, schools, and public services.
Stagecoach reported severe delays and cancellations on multiple bus services due to snow-related incidents, vehicle breakdowns, and accidents.
In Carlisle, untreated roads led to service disruptions, with Stagecoach services limiting operations to main roads until gritting was completed.
Numerous schools across the region, including Frizington's Kirkland Church of England Academy, Carlisle's Great Corby Primary School and Penruddock Primary School in Penrith were closed due to worsening road conditions.
Power cuts were also reported in the Askerton area.
Locals shared images on social media capturing the snowy scenes including Ambleside, Windermere, Carlisle, Cockermouth and Kendal.
Going ahead, residents are being urged to stay informed, follow safety guidelines, and monitor updates from local authorities and weather agencies as more disruptions are expected going ahead.
On a brighter note, temperatures are set to rise as we edge closer to the end of the week.
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