Winter chaos: dozens of icy accidents in Schleswig-Holstein!

A sudden onset of winter led to numerous ironing accidents in the North Sea and Baltic Sea regions of Germany on January 3rd and 4th, 2025. Loud moin.de The police had to respond to dozens of accidents, particularly in Schleswig-Holstein, due to the winter conditions. Most incidents involved slipping accidents or rear-end collisions, although fortunately no serious injuries were reported.

A total of 43 ice-icing accidents were registered in the south of Schleswig-Holstein, with 32 accidents recorded in the four western districts by midday. There were also 14 ice-icing accidents in Kiel, Plön, Neumünster and Rendsburg. In the northern part of the region, the snowfall only began in the afternoon, which is why only three accidents were reported here. Snowfall and sub-zero temperatures between the North Sea and the Baltic Sea are still forecast for the coming days ndr.de reported.

Police warnings and tips

Both police departments are warning about the slippery roads and urging drivers to exercise caution. It is recommended to use winter tires and show appropriate driving behavior. Important tips include allowing enough time, checking vehicle lights regularly, and keeping emergency equipment such as blankets and flashlights in the car. It should also be noted that slippery roads must be expected even at temperatures above zero.

The weather forecast suggests that snow is expected again over the weekend, with up to 10cm of fresh snow on Sunday. Over 700 Hamburg city cleaning crews have been on duty since Friday to grit and clear streets in order to improve the traffic situation.