Motorists heading north from Wiltshire are facing severe delays this afternoon.

The A417 is currently closed at the Air Balloon near the A46 junction.

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Heavy snow has brought chaos to the area with many cars getting stuck or crashing.

Gloucester Police have told people to only travel if it is absolutely necessary.

Writing on social media, Gloucestershire Police Specialist Ops said: “If you don’t need to go out stay home. we are dealing with an unprecedented amount of weather-related incidents including RTCs. Be sensible and stay safe.”