And while weathermen are not predicting huge falls of snow, let's remind ourselves of the years when we’ve battled through blizzards.
We are not just talking about the Beast from the East. Take a look at some spectacular reminders from as far back as the 1950s.
13. Slow going on the A19
A handful of motorists brave the snowfall on the A19 in 2017. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Stu Norton
14. Tell us more
Which was the worst winter you have known in South Tyneside? Tell us more by emailing [email protected]. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Shields Gazette
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