Heavy winter onset in Bavaria: warnings of snow and smoothness!

In Bavaria, a winter slump has led to considerable snowfalls and smoothness. The German Weather Service (DWD) warned of slight snowfall in several regions, including Ingolstadt, Nuremberg and Schweinfurt. The warnings were highlighted on the DWD card in a yellow color, while in some circles the warning level was activated orange, which signals an official warning against snowfall. According to the DWD, snow quantities of 5 to 10 centimeters can be expected in higher layers, and even up to 15 centimeters in stores.

The affected regions extend over the south, including Munich, as well as the north and east of the state, in particular Kulmbach, Tirschenreuth, Amberg-Sulzbach and Cham. Snow was also observed in the northeast of Bavaria, especially in the Hof district. Some trucks got stuck on the A9 near Hof, which means that winter service had to intervene. In the coming days, further snowfalls and temperatures can be expected to freeze, which could further tighten the situation on the streets.

disabilities by smoothness and slush

In addition, local news reported disabilities through snowfall and smoothness in parts of Bavaria. In the southern foothills of the Alps, in a regional manner by snow gauche, in the southern foothills of the Alps. In Munich, the city administration and property owners have the obligation to clear and spread paths. In this context, a police spokesman warned drivers of possible slippery accidents, especially in rush hour.

For winter service in Munich, over 600 vehicles are available. In addition, 13,600 tons of road salt and 3,000 tons of grit are stored in halls. The obligation to clear and scatter consists of a snow height of more than three centimeters or at smoothness. Sliefing accidents already occurred on the A7 and A96 motorways as well as on other streets.

In the Alps, the DWD expects strong snowfall, especially on Wednesday. Above 800 meters one to five centimeters of fresh snow, and five to ten centimeters are forecast above 1,000 meters. In the Allgäu Alps, ten to 20 centimeters of fresh snow could even fall, while up to 30 centimeters are possible in the northwest tightness. The low mountains also expect repeated snow showers with one to five centimeters of fresh snow.

In the night of Thursday, further snow showers in the northeastern half of Bavaria and near the Alps are expected. On Thursday after initial snow showers in parts of Bavaria are also to be expected, but snowfalls in Swabia and Upper Bavaria could come back in the evening. Property owners and landlords are still responsible for the removal of snow and ice, which can be transferred to the tenants in the rental agreement.