Heavy snow in China ahead of Chinese New Year holidays, causing confusion among people returning home. According to China's meteorological authorities, heavy snow has been hitting large areas, including the inland provinces of Hubei and Henan, since last week.

There are reports that the roofs of gymnasiums and food markets have collapsed in several inland cities due to the heavy snowfall. The heavy snow is expected to continue until the 7th, and the impact is likely to spread even further.