Weather - Weather service predicts rain and snow: danger of slippery roads
Snow, sleet and icy conditions are to be expected in parts of Hesse on Tuesday. The German Weather Service (DWD) in Offenbach reported that there would be intermittent precipitation in the morning and later in the day, which could lead to a risk of black ice in the mountains. In the evening it will snow, especially in the mountains, otherwise rain or sleet will fall - it may become icy again. According to the forecast, it will be milder with three degrees in the north and six degrees in the south, while it will remain at zero degrees in the summits.
At night, there will be further precipitation in some areas, with the possibility of snow down to low altitudes. There is a local risk of freezing drizzle, according to the DWD.
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- Despite the milder temperatures predicted by DWD, the smooth Course of the day in Hesse's mountain country could be disrupted by the potentially icy conditions.
- Winter sports enthusiasts should exercise caution while skiing or snowboarding, as the risk of slipperiness on the slopes is high due to the sleet and black ice.
- The German Weather Service in Offenbach warned of the possibility of freezing drizzle, which could create hazardous conditions for travelers in certain areas.
- The severe weather conditions in Hesse may result in dangerous driving conditions, much like the incident reported in a previous article where a van crashed into the end of a traffic jam.
- Despite the uncertainty in the weather, some people still opt for outdoor activities like winter sports, which could put them at risk of accidents due to the icy roads and slopes.
Source: www.stern.de
