Snow brings new woe to Lisburn as wintry weather continues

The snow fell onto already icy roads in the Greater Belfast and Lisburn area with hazardous conditions reported across the region. The Roads Service says that all main routes have been treated and are passable with care.

However, ice remains a problem on minor untreated roads, particularly over higher ground.

Even before Wednesday's snow the roads around Glenavy were reported to be particularly difficult with patches of black ice.

Translink said that due to the weather conditions Adelaide Halt on the Lisburn to Belfast railway line has been closed in both directions until further notice

Lisnagarvey High School was forced to close after a burst pipe. It will remain closed on Wednesday and Thursday.

Freezing temperatures are predicted for for the rest of the week with the possibilty of further snow flurries around the Lisburn area causing havoc on the local sports scene.

Up to date travel information is available from the Roads Service website at http://www.trafficwatchni.com/