Storm Emma in pictures: Worst snow storm to hit the UK in 50 years
SNOW storm Emma is battering Britain today and is forecast to continue through the evening - see pictures from across the UK.
Britain faces snow storm Emma today as blizzards and drifting snow cause chaos across the country.
The big freeze is reminiscent of Britain's coldest winter in 1962-63.The Met Office have issued yellow snow and ice warnings today following yesterday's red snow warning, the highest alert meaning that a risk to life is possible.
Yellow snow, wind and ice warnings are in place for most of the UK as temperatures remain below freezing.
People have been advised to avoid unnecessary travel as severe delays are expected on roads, rail and air.
Flights have been cancelled at London, Glasgow and Newcastle airports.
Look through this gallery to see snowy landscapes and traffic jams across the country.
Storm Emma: Worst storm to hit the UK in pictures