Heavy snow from Storm Larisa – as it has been named by the French meterological agency – has caused traffic chaos on the M62 on the border between Yorkshire and Lancashire. National Highways says there are lane closures which are causing delays of around three hours.

However, sports reporter for the Press Association Simon Peach has said he has moved just 15 miles in six hours as he headed back across the Pennines following Manchester United’s match against Real Betis at Old Trafford last night.

National Highways said: “National Highways is advising drivers that one lane remains closed on the M62 in West Yorkshire while gritters and ploughs continue to treat the road.

Traffic at a standstill on the M62 motorway near Kirklees, West Yorkshire, due to heavy snow in the area. (Photo credit: PA Wire)

“Work has been taking place since 3.50am this morning on the M62 westbound between junctions 23 (Huddersfield W) and 22 (Denshaw). While lane 2 reopened at 5.12am, lane 3 is still closed, with four miles of congestion and 30-minute delays.

“After yesterday’s severe weather alert National Highways staff spent the day spreading salt on key routes in preparation for the testing conditions. The alert continued into this morning. National Highways is asking everyone travelling in the region to consider if their journey is essential and to go prepared.”

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M62 traffic: Heavy snow causes traffic chaos as drivers move just 15 miles in six hours