1 December 2010 Last updated at 13:55
Persistent snowfall is causing problems on many of the county's roads
Heavy snow causes disruption across Lincolnshire
Persistent snowfall is causing problems on many of the county's roadsSnow and icy roads are continuing to cause major difficulties on Lincolnshire's roads as well as school closures across the county.
The A1 is badly disrupted at Grantham, while there are also delays on the A16 at Tallington, the A46 at Nettleton and Cabourne, and the A157 at Louth.
Lincoln's Christmas Market, which regularly attracts up to 150,000 visitors, has also been cancelled.
More than 200 of Lincolnshire's schools have shut for the day.
Lincolnshire Police have urged motorists to take great care, especially on minor routes.
Buses around Lincoln have been disrupted, as have some East Midlands Trains' services.
Staff at County Hospital, Louth, have been working extra shifts, with some staying overnight to avoid unnecessary travel.
Some council services have been affected, including waste collection services in Lincoln, which have been cancelled for the day.
RAF operations at Conningsby, Cranwell and Waddington have also been disrupted, with the Red Arrows grounded at RAF Scampton.
The county's east coast has been particularly hard hit by the wintry weather, with snow and ice causing problems in the Lincolnshire Wolds around Horncastle and out to Skegness and Mablethorpe.
Lincolnshire County Council has set up a non-emergency winter helpline for anyone needing weather-related assistance.
The service is available for anyone who has been unable to replenish essential food, medication or fuel supplies because of the difficult conditions.
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