A car has crashed on a rural road amid icy conditions caused by today's cold snap.

The vehicle collided with trees and fencing along the Alkham Valley Road near Dover earlier - prompting police to warn drivers to only make essential journeys.

Police tweeted to say only minor injuries were sustained in the accident.

Heavy snowfall and disruption is expected for much of Kent today and into tomorrow as Storm Darcy hits the south east of the country.

Kent Police has been approched for further comment.

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