Oldham rises to a blanket of snow

A snowy scene this morning in Chadderton. Image courtesy of @chadweather on X, formerly Twitter

It was a Winter Wonderland scene across Oldham this morning (Tuesday) as a blanket of snow covered the borough.

Thankfully the snow hasn't too badly affected the morning rush hour so far, with all schools remaining open at the moment.

It's been a busy night for Oldham's gritters, and a post on Oldham Council's social media feed indicated.

On the X platform (formerly Twitter), the council posted: "It's going to be a busy few days here at Moorhey Street Depot.

"A few of our gritters and drivers are getting a well earned rest after being out all night gritting.

"Keep warm and safe."

A yellow weather warning has been issued for snow and ice in Greater Manchester until midnight on Thursday [January 18].

If you’re travelling, please take extra care on the roads.

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