Driver beware - Ice hazard in Lower Saxony - Lower Saxony braces for extreme winter hazards with freezing fog and ice
Lower Saxony faces hazardous winter conditions as dense fog and freezing temperatures sweep across the region. Motorists are being warned to take extra care, with visibility expected to drop sharply in many areas from Sunday into Monday morning.
The German Weather Service has issued alerts for widespread frost overnight, with temperatures forecast to fall as low as -7°C in parts of the state. In the Oberharz and on the East Frisian Islands, conditions will be even harsher, with thermometers plunging to -10°C. Strong gusts up to 65 km/h, scattered snowflakes, and black ice will add to the dangers.
Fog is set to thicken, particularly in western Lower Saxony, reducing visibility to near-zero in some spots. Roads may become especially treacherous as residual moisture refreezes or hoarfrost forms. The cold snap is expected to persist through Sunday afternoon, with freezing temperatures gripping southern and western areas for an extended period. Authorities are urging all road users to slow down, keep a safe distance, and prepare for rapidly changing conditions. The combination of fog, ice, and biting winds makes travel risky across much of the region.
The severe weather will likely disrupt travel plans and increase the risk of accidents. Drivers are advised to check forecasts before setting out and allow extra time for journeys. The cold spell shows no signs of easing before Monday, leaving roads hazardous for the foreseeable future.
