An unusual and deadly cold snap across Europe is creating misery and turmoil. Heavy winds and snow have forced the shutdown of public transportation and airports and caused delays in a number of countries. The severe weather is set to continue for at least several more days. CGTN's Mariam Zaidi has more from Brussels.

Europe is being battered. Siberian winds blowing in from Russia have sent temperatures plummeting and covered cities under a blanket of snow. In the UK, they're calling it the "Beast from the East." Rail, road and air services have all been severely affected. In some cases, grinding to a halt. Armed forces have also been deployed to help. But adding to the weather woes is Storm Emma blowing in gale-force winds and blizzards across the UK and Ireland. Over in Dublin, the airport remains shut while crews work to clear runways. Flights are though expected to resume Saturday morning. Across the English Channel, Paris's most iconic landmark faired no better. The extreme weather has also sparked panic buying. Supermarket shelves stripped bare as people are warned to stay indoors. But these pictures from Berlin show how some are having to survive the deadly temperatures on the streets. In one Brussels' neighborhood, a unique solution has been found to help the most vulnerable.

VINCENT DE WOLF MAYOR OF ETTERBEEK MUNICIPALITY "I cannot leave anyone on the streets. 10 people have already been brought to a hospital and assed by a doctor. He concluded they were at serious risk if they stayed outdoors, and they were brought to our communal center. Even if they do not want to voluntarily come in, I can force them."

MARIAM ZAIDI BRUSSELS "The Brussels neighborhood of Etterbeek - is also home to the European Council and European Commission. And the measures enacted by local authorities may seem severe. But as you can see, the worst of the weather has now hit Brussels. The snow is falling and temperatures are set to drop well below sub-zero. Brussels, like cities all across Europe, need to brace themselves. The Beast from the East is set to continue causing havoc for several days to come. Mariam Zaidi, CGTN, BRUSSELS."