Snow

Storm Nils has brought heavy snowfall to the French Alps, placing the entire massif at maximum avalanche risk (5/5) on Thursday, February 12, 2026. Several major ski resorts, such as Tignes, have closed their domains and confined residents. Four deaths have been reported in Savoie over three days due to avalanches.

2026년 01월 13일 AI에 의해 보고됨

Millions of kronor in compensation are expected to be paid out to travelers affected by snow chaos in public transport. In the Göteborg area alone, it amounts to up to 5 million kronor, following cancellations and severe delays in trams and other services. Similar issues have been reported in Stockholm, Gävleborg, and northern Sweden.

Heavy snowfall on Saturday evening paralyzed bus services in Lübeck and southern Schleswig-Holstein. Stadtwerke Lübeck mobil suspended all lines shortly after 9 p.m. and directed vehicles to the depot. Police reported about 35 slip accidents without serious injuries.

2025년 12월 29일 AI에 의해 보고됨

France faces below-seasonal temperatures in the first days of 2026, with a lowland snow episode expected from this weekend. Many departments, including Paris, have activated the grand froid plan amid this persistent winter weather. Negative minima and low maxima will characterize New Year's under a lasting cold regime.

Due to a snowy episode this weekend, Transport Minister Philippe Tabarot announced a speed reduction of 20 km/h on all Île-de-France roads. Delays of about one hour are expected for Roissy flights today and tomorrow. The region is under orange vigilance until Sunday morning.

2025년 11월 20일 AI에 의해 보고됨

A sudden hail and mixed snow shower surprised Paris residents in the early afternoon on Thursday, November 20. The brief event caused no major disruptions and fits into an early winter pattern across France. The government urges drivers to exercise caution for the upcoming weekend.