2025-01-02 17:55:09
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Severe Weather Set to Disrupt Europe

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A powerful winter storm is poised to unleash widespread chaos across parts of Germany and the UK. Snowfall is expected to reach lower elevations, with up to 35 cm predicted in the Alps and low mountain ranges. Temperatures could plummet to -10 degrees Celsius, increasing the risk of slippery conditions and hazardous roads. The North Sea coast braces for its first winter storm surge, while the south faces rain, snow, and fog, severely impairing visibility and creating black ice.

The UK is under a yellow weather warning for ice, with snow and ice alerts spanning England, Wales, and Scotland. These conditions threaten rural isolation, power outages, and significant travel disruptions. In Bavaria, snow has already caused trucks to become stranded on highways, necessitating intervention from the winter services.

In Hesse, heavy snowfall has led to traffic chaos, yet it offers delight for children enjoying the wintry conditions. Experts attribute these dramatic weather changes to climate fluctuations, with predictions remaining uncertain. As Europe braces for this tumultuous weather, authorities urge caution and preparedness.

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