With sleet and snow hazards,and sub-zero temperatures forecast, North Ayrshire Council gritters will treat Priority 1 Routes at 2pm and 5am, and will patrol overnight. 

There is a yellow warning for ice and snow for Largs, and Ayrshire in general, on Friday and Saturday.

You can see live images of the A760 Largs-Kilbirnie route here

For more details about NAC's winter operations, read their document here

To find your nearest grit bin, enter your postcode in YourLocation and click the Search button. Select your address from the options and click on 'Grit Bins' from the menu below the map.

Residents clearing snow and ice from their street are advised to exercise reasonable care to avoid making conditions worse. People walking on snow and ice have a responsibility to be careful themselves. Please follow the council guidance:

Start early, it's easier to clear fresh, loose snow compared to compacted ice

Work during daylight, only work in the dark if it is absolutely essential

Wear bright clothing and footwear with good grip

Watch out for traffic and exercise care next to roads

Don't put snow where it might create a hazard for pedestrians or vehicles

Spread salt on surfaces after you have cleared the snow, a little salt goes a long way, use sparingly

Don't use hot water, this melt's the snow but may replace it with black ice increasing the risk of injury

Snow clearing can be hard work, don't attempt it unless you are fit and able.