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KNMI Issues 39-Hour Yellow Warning for Snow and Ice in Gelderland

Officials warn of quickly changing snowfall that outpaces road salt during low traffic.

Overview

  • The alert runs from Thursday 22:00 to Saturday 13:00 for Gelderland, with the same window for Utrecht and Drenthe and a shorter warning in North Holland from Thursday 19:00 to Friday 05:00.
  • KNMI cites slick conditions from wintry showers and refreezing of wet roads, with localized snowfall intensity changing rapidly over short distances.
  • Rijkswaterstaat notes that salting may be less effective when traffic is light because salt is not driven into the road surface as efficiently.
  • Drivers are urged to slow down, leave extra following distance, and prepare vehicles for winter with suitable tires and checks on the battery and oil.
  • Cyclists are advised to lower the saddle and let some air out of tires to improve grip on icy paths.