The National Weather Service projects up to 2 inches of combined ice and snow across much of the area, with higher amounts possible locally.

Hundreds of schools are closed for the fourth day running as the UK endures an icy blast, with temperatures hitting as low as minus 16C. Snow and sleet began to hit southern England on Wednesday afternoon as an amber weather warning came into force,

The torrid weather of the weekend has only continued into this week with much of the UK seeing snow, sleet and ice. Wednesday saw yellow weather warnings placed across the country, including in Southern England,

It caters for young people in County Durham, as well as some that live beyond the borders into Darlington, Cleveland, Middlesbrough, Cumbria and Northumberland. On the Durham Coun

Dozens of schools remain closed, partially closed or are opening late as the severe cold weather continues to cause disruption. It is the fourth day some schools have closed their doors to pupils due to the snow and ice creating dangerous conditions in or around the site.

With snow expected this week across Arkansas and Oklahoma, schools and government offices are beginning to take action to keep students, families, and staff safe. Here are the schools and offices that have announced closures as of Wednesday,