HEAVY snow has fallen this afternoon in the York area.

It fell for around two hours until 3pm and left a covering on grass, trees and roofs in the city.

The Met Office issued a yellow warning this morning, saying a short period of heavy snow is expected until around 3pm today.

On the website, a Met Office spokesperson said: "A short period of heavy snow may cause some temporary disruption on roads, mainly across higher ground such as the Peak District.

"Sroads and railways likely to be affected with longer journey times by road, bus and train services."

The warning also covered the areas east, west and south of York, including Selby.

York Press:

Harley the Dachshund enjoying the snow in York

Visit the Met Office website by clicking here.