Weather - While the railroads are on strike: weather service warns of "danger from black ice" in many parts of Germany
The German Weather Service (DWD) warns of slippery roads. Since last night, there has been a warning of significant slipperiness for a strip from the Jade Bay to Lake Constance, extending from the western border of Germany to Hanover, Erfurt and Ulm. In addition to freezing rain, light snowfall is also expected in the affected regions. In the west there will be light frost down to minus five degrees, in the south and south-east moderate frost down to minus nine degrees.
"Freezing rain with black ice in some areas from the west. Focus from the Eifel via the Sauerland to East Westphalia," according to the DWD weather forecast. Restrictions on road traffic are possible. The warning is valid in many places until Friday at 1 pm, in parts of Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria until 3 pm. According to the weather service, the freezing rain could also turn into snow in the mountains. Snowfall of one to five centimetres is possible.
DWD and ADAC recommend staying at home
The DWD recommends avoiding unnecessary outdoor activities and journeys, adapting road traffic behavior and planning for delays and obstructions. Due to the train drivers' warning strike this Friday, it is hardly possible to switch to the train.
"Anyone who has the option of working from home should make use of this," an ADAC spokesperson told the German Press Agency, also with a view to the weather situation. "Because you can't rely on the alternative option of traveling by train," he added.
The interactive map below shows where precipitation is currently falling. You can also call up the forecast for a later date using the timeline at the bottom of the graphic. At the top right, the displayed layer can also be changed to temperature or wind, for example.
The service is provided by Windy.com. The makers use the model from the "European Center for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts" for their displays and forecasts.
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- In Rhineland-Palatinate, drivers should be extra cautious due to the DWD's warning of black ice and freezing rain.
- Despite the strike, traveling by train in Lower Saxony might still be an option, as the warning is only in effect in parts of Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg until 3 pm.
- In Hesse, especially in Offenbach, people should anticipate potential traffic disruptions due to the slippery roads.
- The jade bus service, popular in Hanover, might be affected by the weather conditions, so travelers should check for any updates.
- The weather in Ulm, located in Baden-Württemberg, is expected to be particularly cold, with moderate frost down to minus nine degrees.
- In case of an emergency, Erfurt in Thuringia could serve as an alternative route, as it falls within the area affected by the warning but not in the affected parts until later.
- Traffic in the Southwest region can be unpredictable due to the freezing rain, and drivers are advised to adjust their speed accordingly.
- In the scenic Bodensee area, tourists should be prepared for possible road closures and delays due to the slippery conditions.
- While traveling in Germany during this cold snap, it's essential to prioritize safety and avoid unnecessary travel if possible to ensure a smooth ride.
Source: www.stern.de
