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Major Winter Storm Causes Heavy Snowfall and Snowdrifts Across Harz Mountain Regions
Germany
Reported 3 days ago(Jan 1, 2026, 11:08 PM)
Snowdrifts forming above 600m elevation with winds causing hazardous road conditions. Reduce non-essential travel.
Analysis
A severe winter storm impacting Germany's Harz mountain regions has brought heavy snowfall accumulating 5-15 cm at lower elevations with an additional 5-10 cm expected above 400 meters. Significant snowdrifts are creating hazardous travel conditions across Medebach, Bad Laasphe, Winterberg, and surrounding areas, reducing visibility and increasing avalanche risks. Authorities warn drivers to avoid non-essential travel, expect delays, and prepare for icy roads.
Latest updates
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- NINAOfficial
Bundesamt für Bevölkerungsschutz
Heavy snowfall warning with 5-15 cm accumulation
Snowfall expected with 5-15 cm accumulation likely causing slippery roads and reduced visibility. Adjust driving behavior and avoid unnecessary travel.
Issued 3 days ago(Jan 1, 2026, 10:09 PM) - NINAOfficial
Bundesamt für Bevölkerungsschutz
Mountain Snowfall Alert: Additional 5-10 cm Above 400m
Additional snowfall (5-10 cm) expected above 400m elevation on top of existing 10 cm accumulation. Icy conditions likely with visibility reductions. Avoid non-essential travel in affected mountainous areas.
Issued 3 days ago(Jan 1, 2026, 10:37 PM) - NINAOfficial
Bundesamt für Bevölkerungsschutz
Major Winter Storm Causes Heavy Snowfall and Snowdrifts Across Harz Mountain Regions
Snowdrifts forming above 600m elevation with winds causing hazardous road conditions. Reduce non-essential travel.
Issued 3 days ago(Jan 1, 2026, 11:08 PM) - NINAOfficial
Bundesamt für Bevölkerungsschutz
Mountain Snowdrift Alert
Snow accumulation and winds creating dangerous snowdrifts in Harz mountain areas above 600m elevation.
Issued 3 days ago(Jan 1, 2026, 11:35 PM) - NINAOfficial
Bundesamt für Bevölkerungsschutz
Snowdrift Hazard in Eastern Harz
Wind-driven snow creating hazardous drifts in eastern Harz mountains. Travel delays and slippery roads expected.
Issued 3 days ago(Jan 1, 2026, 11:42 PM)