blizzards

There was heavy snowfall, occasional blizzards and a biting easterly wind.

Staff at a pub notorious for "snow-ins" say the latest group of stranded visitors had become "friends for life", after becoming trapped by the weekend's blizzards.

In parts of the Midwest, blizzards are possible.

Forecasters said 10cm of snow was expected in some areas with heavier falls over hills with blizzards and drifting.

Strong winds combining with heavy snowfall lead to blizzards which can be particularly disruptive.