Braintree district: Ice warning for drivers (From Gazette)

Braintree district: Ice warning for drivers

11:42am Sunday 12th February 2012 in Halstead

Police are warning motorists the weather conditions are making driving hazardous this morning.

There have been a high number of road crashes across the county.

Freezing rain and snow in some areas has made roads very icy.

People are advised not to drive unless their journey is necessary.

Motorists should keep their windscreens and windows clear, put their lights on, drive within the speed limit or slower if necessary and keep their distance from other vehicles.