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Summary

  • Many train and bus services cancelled or reduced

  • Flights from Cardiff Airport also cancelled

  • Prime minister and first minister thank public services for their efforts

  • Hospitals call on staff with 4x4 vehicles to help colleagues get into work

  • Yellow "be aware" warning for snow and ice for the whole of Wales until 23:55 GMT

  • Four flood alerts in place, three in south west Wales and one in the north east

  • More than 1,100 schools closed throughout the day

Live Reporting

Ben Frampton and John Arkless

  1. Cardiff river freezes over

    In Cardiff, the River Taff appears to have frozen near Cardiff Central station.

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  2. Snow piling up

    Now those are what we call snow drifts!

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  3. Overnight temperatures

    It was a freezing night across Wales - with the lowest temperatures recorded at -5 in Sennybridge and Lake Vyrnwy, in Powys.

  4. "Their lives are at risk"

    One homeless shelter in Cardiff saw 44 rough sleepers seeking shelter on Thursday night, although it is understood a number of homeless people remained on the streets.

    Richard Edwards, chief executive of the Huggard Centre, said: "We have seen people coming in who we normally see on the streets, it's so cold.

    "People on the streets, their lives are at risk in this weather so we need to get them in."

  5. Drivers told 'only travel if necessary'

    There are currently 14 known road closures across Wales - and drivers have been warned to only travel if absolutely necessary.

    Even police 4x4s are struggling to drive through the snow.

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  6. Don't forget the birds

    Nature presenter Iolo Williams tweeting for the birds...

    Bullfinches feeding in the snowCharlie Lewis
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  7. Public servants praised

    People working to keep essential services going are being applauded for their commitment:

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  8. Pair stranded in vehicle

    There's been a good response to an appeal for help for a couple stuck in their car in Cowbridge, Vale of Glamorgan since 10pm last night.

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  9. Airport announces flights are cancelled

    There's bad news for any holidaymakers who were hoping for some sunshine - Cardiff Airport has confirmed all flights are cancelled this morning.

    Customers are being advised to contact their airlines for more information.

    Cardiff Airport

    Snow affected flights at Cardiff Airport on Thursday

  10. Homes without power

    Many homes across the country are without power this morning.

    About 4,000 properties in Wales and south west England are affected due to 38 incidents, according to Western Power Distribution.

  11. Snowy scenes across Wales

    Rise and shine - it's a snowy scene for many waking up this morning.What are the streets looking like where you live? Email your pictures to newsonline.wales@bbc.co.uk or tweet @´óÏó´«Ã½WalesNews using #walessnow

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  12. Snow day homework

    More than 1,100 Welsh schools are closed again today. Here's what the pupils of Blaenavon Heritage VC Primary have been set for homework.

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  13. Impact on train services

    Arriva Trains Wales and Network Rail has cancelled all southern services, "despite considerable effort by railway teams".

    The only services operating "on a limited basis" are Shrewsbury to Crewe, Crewe to Chester, Chester to Holyhead, and Wrexham to Bidston.

    Great Western Railway says it is running "a minimal service" and is advising customers not to travel on many of its routes on Friday.

    It is a very real concern that, even if conditions mean we can move people in the morning, we may not be able to get them home later in the day"

    Great Western Railway spokesman

  14. Weather warnings explained

    As we face a second day of snow, the Met Office is warning that amber "be prepared" warnings are in place across south and mid Wales.

    A yellow "be aware" alert is also in force across north Wales.

    The weather warnings are .

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  15. Waiting for a bus?

    Many bus services aren't running this morning due to the adverse weather.

    Stagecoach has confirmed all of its services in south Wales are still suspended due to drifting snow and high winds.

    Cardiff and Newport bus services are also suspended and customers are advised to check for updates from 7am.

    N.A.T. services are suspended too - the company will issue another update before 8am.

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  16. Warning to take care on roads

    Travelling conditions are tricky out there this morning.South Wales Police says it has had lots of weather-related calls - the majority from drivers whose vehicles getting stuck.

    Across Wales, many roads are closed and bus services suspended. Drivers are still being advised not to travel unless absolutely necessary.

    Cars driving through the snow in the Brecon BeaconsGetty Images

  17. Weather updates

    The red warning has expired, but amber and yellow warnings are still in force. Get the latest weather forecast for your area, and the current warnings on the ´óÏó´«Ã½ Weather website.

    People walking in the snowWales News Service

  18. 4x4s for hospital staff

    Hospitals in Cardiff and Newport have to help colleagues get into work.

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  19. Snow disruption

    Good morning and welcome to our live coverage. Stay with us for the latest on today's warnings, travel disruption, school closures, service and event cancellations.

    We will keep you updated throughout the day.