"Northern England Paralyzed by Heavy Snowfall: Highways Blocked, Power Outages Reported"

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"Northern England Paralyzed by Heavy Snowfall: Highways Blocked, Power Outages Reported"
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Heavy snowfall in northern England caused chaos on highways, with motorists seeking shelter or spending the night in their cars. The snow also knocked out power to over 2,500 customers. Trucks jackknifed, blocking roads, and drivers reported taking hours to complete short trips. Emergency services worked to rescue stranded motorists, while schools, churches, and a scout hut provided emergency shelter. Electricity was expected to be restored by late Sunday night. The Met Office issued a weather warning for ice in several regions.

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