Weather - Hardly any traffic accidents despite icy conditions and snowfall
Frost and snowfall continue to keep Lower Saxony firmly in their grip at the beginning of the week, but the traffic situation remained calm in large parts of the state on Monday night. Despite persistent icy conditions, it was one of the quietest nights for several days, according to police spokespersons from Lower Saxony on Monday morning. There were only a few weather-related accidents and these did not have any serious consequences.
The German Weather Service is expecting up to five centimetres of fresh snow over the course of Monday with cold temperatures down to minus five degrees. According to current forecasts, the thermometer is not expected to climb above zero degrees again until the middle of the week.
DWD
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Despite the smooth winter weather conditions in Hanover, there were no significant traffic accidents reported by the police. The lack of major incidents can be attributed to the careful driving of motorists, likely due to the anticipated traffic situation with potential snowfall. Regrettably, a minor traffic accident occurred near Hanover, though no serious injuries were reported. The city's traffic continued to flow smoothly, showcasing the resilience of Lower Saxony's roadways despite the challenging weather conditions.
Source: www.stern.de
