Sticky Roads Alert: DWD Issues "Slip Risk" Warning Across Germany
Germany's meteorological service, the German Weather Service (DWD), has issued a warning for icy roads across various parts of the country. Overnight, slippery conditions have prompted a region-wide alert from Jade Bay to Lake Constance, encompassing western Germany's border up to Hanover, Erfurt, and Ulm.
The warning includes both icy rain and light snowfall in affected areas, where temperatures will drop to −5 degrees in the west and −9 degrees in the south and southeastern part of Germany. The DWD predicts freezing rain in western regions, ranging from the Eifel to Sauerland and East Westphalia, with potential hazards for road traffic.
The weather service continues to monitor the situation until midday on Friday in most parts and until 3 pm in parts of Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria. In the event of freezing rain, snowfall within the mountain ranges could reach anywhere from 1 to 5 centimeters.
A Word of Caution
To keep public safe, the DWD advises limiting outdoor activities and journeys. Adjusting road traffic behavior and planning for delays and obstructions would be beneficial, especially for those with the opportunity to work from home.
Due to the ongoing strike by train drivers, alternative travel options are scarce, as switching to train commuting is hardly feasible in many areas. A spokesperson from ADAC advises individuals to make the most of remote work options and prepare for limited transportation alternatives.
Note: Check out the interactive map below to monitor real-time precipitation and the forecast for specific dates. You can alter the map's display to show temperature, wind, or other related weather conditions.
Responsible for the map and forecasts, the service provided by Windy.com uses data from the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts.
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Region-Specific Advisories
- Rhineland-Palatinate: Drivers must exercise extreme care due to the DWD's warning of black ice and freezing rain.
- Lower Saxony: Though the strike affects parts of Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg, traveling by train might still be an option.
- Hesse, Offenbach: Be prepared for potential traffic disruptions and delays in Offenbach due to slippery roads.
- Hanover, Jade Bus Service: The service might be affected by the weather conditions; travelers should stay informed.
- Ulm, Baden-Württemberg: Temperatures are expected to drop to −9 degrees, making conditions particularly treacherous.
- Erfurt, Thuringia: In the event of emergencies, Erfurt might serve as an alternative route, but be aware of hiccups expected later in the week.
- Southwest Region: Uncertainty remains due to the freezing rain, which may require adjusting your speed accordingly.
- Bodensee Area: Tourists expecting to travel in the scenic region should anticipate road closures and delays owing to slippery surfaces.
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In Berlin, Germany, snow overnight created slippery conditions, necessitating winter services despite a strike affecting public transportation.
