Severe Snowfall Disrupts Southern Germany with Hundreds of Accidents

Heavy snow and icy conditions have caused widespread traffic chaos, prompting warnings from meteorologists across multiple regions.

Parts of Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg experienced over 200 accidents in a single evening due to heavy snowfall and icy roads, with several minor injuries reported.
The Deutsche Wetterdienst (DWD) issued severe weather warnings, citing risks of blocked roads, reduced visibility, and glacial conditions, particularly in higher altitudes.
Traffic on major highways, including the A81 and A98, came to a standstill, with some vehicles stranded overnight and requiring emergency assistance.
Snowfall also affected other regions like Rheinland-Pfalz, Saarland, Hessen, and Nordrhein-Westfalen, with warnings of slippery roads, freezing rain, and strong winds.
Meteorologists predict milder temperatures and reduced snowfall by Sunday, but caution drivers to remain vigilant as icy conditions persist in many areas.