Shoppers in Castle Street, Edinburgh brave the difficult conditions. Pic: Lisa FergusonShoppers in Castle Street, Edinburgh brave the difficult conditions. Pic: Lisa Ferguson
Shoppers in Castle Street, Edinburgh brave the difficult conditions. Pic: Lisa Ferguson

Wintry pictures show the impact of snow in Edinburgh and the Lothians as Storm Ciara hits Scotland

Blizzards battered much of Edinburgh and the Lothians today as Storm Ciara swept across Scotland causing travel chaos.

Edinburgh Airport cancelled more than 80 flights due to the weather on Monday, with a Met Office yellow 'be aware' warning for wind and heavy snow in place until Wednesday. These pictures show the snow and blizzard conditions experienced across the region today...