Farmers thanked for helping make rural roads safer during Storm Goretti
Farmers and volunteers have been thanked for helping overnight to keep roads safer across Leicestershire when Storm Goretti blew in.
They supported Leicestershire County Council’s highways crews as gritters and snowploughs were deployed to key routes and the worst hit areas of the county.
County Hall report that eight trees were brought down by high winds across the county and they have now been cleared from the highways.
Conditions vary across Leicestershire: while some areas have seen little impact, most roads are wet and slushy with surface water.
Routes in North West Leicestershire and towards Hinckley have been hardest hit, with some localised issues.
Farmers played a vital role in assisting with snow clearance in rural areas, helping to keep local roads open.
Councillor Adam Tilbury, cabinet lead member for highways and transport, said: “Thank you to our residents for your patience and understanding, and to our highways staff, volunteers, farmers, emergency services and community teams who’ve worked through the night.
"You’ve made a real difference to keeping Leicestershire running during Storm Goretti.”
Sub-zero overnight temperatures are forecast again across the Melton borough over the weekend with snow due to fall on Sunday morning.
Before travelling, drivers are urged to check the latest weather forecasts, plan their route and look for any updates on road conditions or public transport.
They should allow extra time for journeys and carry essentials in case of delays.
Motorists are advised to take extra care and be aware of surface water as the snow melts, which can create further hazards.