Stirling Observer

Snow caused havoc on roads

- Gareth Jones

Stirling was transforme­d into a winter wonderland yesterday (Thursday).

Snowfall in the early hours of the morning left several centimetre­s of snow on the ground, and difficult driving conditions for motorists.

There were reports of accidents on the roads, with routes around Aberfoyle particular­ly treacherou­s.

The northbound carriagway of the A9 was closed for around an hour at 6am when a jack-knifed lorry had to be removed from the Keir Roundabout.

There was also a minor collision on the A84 between Strathyre and Lochearnhe­ad, with police saying the road was passable but conditions were difficult.

There were no schools closed in Stirling or Clackmanna­nshire, however Stirling Council warned that there will be some disruption to bin collection­s.

A spokespers­on said:“The weather is impacting on our ability to access some routes and there is a possibilit­y that there will be delays in waste collection­s in: Braehead, Broomridge, Bannockbur­n, Whins of Milton, St Ninians, and some rural access areas. For more informatio­n please phone 01786 404040.”

Our readers were out and about in the snow, and sent us lots of their weather pictures. To send us your pictures, email news@ stirlingob­server.co.uk, submit them via our social media pages or pop into our office at 34 Upper Craigs, Stirling, FK8 2DW.

 ?? 120117SNOW_01 ?? Chilly Driving snow caused problems for pedestrian­s Slushy
120117SNOW_01 Chilly Driving snow caused problems for pedestrian­s Slushy
 ??  ?? Arlyn Thursby’s shot of Stirling station
Arlyn Thursby’s shot of Stirling station
 ??  ?? Winter wonderland The Municipal Buildings in Stirling
Winter wonderland The Municipal Buildings in Stirling
 ??  ?? Serene Kildean Road early yesterday. Sent in by Erica Gilchrist Bleak
Serene Kildean Road early yesterday. Sent in by Erica Gilchrist Bleak

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