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🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

A8 near Sulzemoos: Improvised Heavy Transport

Two movers were found transporting over two tons of furniture in a vehicle that was only rated for 500 kilograms, resulting in a police intervention on the A8 near Sulzemoos, Germany.

Mar 1 • 15:59 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Rains in Echeandía leave communities cut off and unable to transport production

Heavy rainfall in Echeandía, Ecuador, has disrupted transportation and left communities isolated, impacting their ability to harvest and transport crops.

Feb 25 • 18:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

The largest helicopter in the world is so huge it once carried a 23,000-year-old frozen woolly mammoth

The Mil Mi-26, the world's largest helicopter, was designed for heavy cargo transport and can carry up to 20 tonnes, making it a unique piece of aviation history.

Feb 22 • 10:21 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The Transport Administration imposes a special maintenance regime on state roads in Läänemaa due to severe weather conditions

Due to heavy snowfall and blizzards, traffic on state roads in Läänemaa has been disrupted, prompting the Transport Administration to implement a special maintenance regime.

Feb 22 • 09:41 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Snow creates trouble for buses in Oslo

Heavy snowfall has caused numerous cancellations and delays for public transportation in Oslo, affecting several bus lines.

Feb 21 • 07:41 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

VIDEO: A heavy accident at the Apšupe intersection was caused by an Indian citizen driving a truck

A heavy accident occurred at the Apšupe intersection in Latvia, involving a truck and a public bus, caused by an Indian driver who failed to yield to the bus, resulting in severe injuries to the bus driver.

Feb 19 • 19:39 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

The ferry is forced to refuse heavy traffic - historically low water levels

A ferry service near Härnösand, Sweden, is temporarily restricting heavy vehicle traffic due to historically low water levels attributed to a prolonged high-pressure system.

Feb 19 • 16:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: rain floods the streets of Ceilândia, in DF; see the forecast for the rest of the week

Heavy rain has flooded streets in Ceilândia, Federal District, with forecasts indicating isolated showers throughout the week.

Feb 19 • 10:40 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Panevėžys fights against snow mounds: 'Buses stop right in the middle of the street'

Residents of Panevėžys are expressing concerns about snow-covered streets impacting public transportation and parking as the city works to address the aftermath of a recent heavy snowfall.

Feb 19 • 09:52 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

CEDEMI obtains ISO 9001:2015 certification and strengthens the professionalization of road transport in Mexico

CEDEMI has received the ISO 9001:2015 certification, enhancing the training of heavy cargo drivers in Mexico amid a pressing need for skilled operators.

Feb 19 • 00:08 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Heavy Snow Disrupts Romania's Airport Operations

Severe snowfall has significantly impacted airport operations across Romania, leading to numerous flight cancellations and disruptions in public transport.

Feb 18 • 13:08 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

A special maintenance regime has been established on Võru and Põlva County state roads due to severe weather conditions

Due to heavy snowfall, blizzards, and icy conditions, traffic is disrupted on state roads in Võru and Põlva counties, leading to a special maintenance regime being established.

Feb 13 • 17:35 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Trolleybuses in Riga unable to cross the Bridge without assistance; heavy vehicles also face problems

Trolleybuses and heavy vehicles in Riga are encountering difficulties crossing the Gaisa Bridge due to slippery conditions caused by heavy snowfall.

Feb 13 • 17:12 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Rio registers strong rain and flooding; the west zone is most affected

Heavy rain and strong winds in Rio de Janeiro caused flooding and disruptions in public transport, particularly affecting the western zones of the city.

Feb 12 • 00:51 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Heavy vehicle sales drop more than 35%: Anpact

Heavy vehicle wholesale sales in Mexico fell by over 35% in January, according to the National Association of Bus, Truck, and Tractor Producers (Anpact).

Feb 11 • 23:26 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Heavy fines for Hellenic Train in case of cancellations

Hellenic Train may face substantial fines of up to 1 million euros if it fails to operate scheduled services as per a new contract signed with the Ministry of Transport.

Feb 11 • 19:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bridge collapses after heavy rains, isolating rural producers in Itajara

Heavy rains in the Northwest of Rio de Janeiro caused a bridge in Itajara to collapse, isolating local farmers and impacting their ability to transport goods.

Feb 11 • 13:56 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Strengthening truck inspections: 18 scales planned for control

Lithuania plans to install 18 weighing stations to enhance the inspection of heavy transport vehicles and prevent overloads.

Feb 11 • 08:03 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Crime & Justice

Attack on Train Conductor: 'The Loss is Incalculably Heavy'

A train conductor named Serkan Çalar was fatally injured during an attack by a passenger, raising questions about whether the incident could have been prevented.

Feb 10 • 16:46 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Jeju Airport to add 10 flights to Gimpo amid heavy snow delays

Due to heavy snowfall, Jeju Airport is adding 10 flights to transport stranded passengers to Gimpo Airport.

Feb 8 • 07:58 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Via Lietuva will install another 200 video recorders by 2027: explained what they are 'hunting' for

Via Lietuva plans to install 200 additional video recorders as part of an electronic road toll system designed to charge heavy vehicles based on the 'polluter pays' principle, with implementation set for completion in eight months.

Feb 6 • 11:21 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Regula will not sail to Hiiumaa until at least Monday

Due to low water levels, the ferry Regula's departures between the mainland and Hiiumaa have been canceled until the morning of February 9th, with additional restrictions on heavy vehicles for the ferry Tiiu, which continues to service the route.

Feb 5 • 10:05 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Metro fares will rise again in this city, facing heavy opposition last year

The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited has approved a 5% increase in metro fares, causing concern for daily commuters, with a potential implementation date of February 9 yet to be finalized.

Feb 4 • 16:41 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

VIDEO You must see this: Our neighbors are clearing snow with a leaf blower

In Serbia, an extraordinary state has been declared in 11 municipalities due to heavy snow and ice, severely disrupting public transport and making streets impassable, with public outrage fueled by footage of workers using a leaf blower to clear the snow.

Jan 12 • 17:12 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

VIDEO There is always worse. A municipal worker in Serbia has sparked outrage. Watch how he decided to clear the snow

In Serbia, parts of the country are still struggling with ice and snow following heavy snowfall, leading to outrage over a municipal worker's snow-clearing methods amid declared emergencies in 11 municipalities.

Jan 12 • 14:19 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Long-distance transport will not resume until noon – seriously injured in Rostock

Long-distance transport in Northern Germany will only resume at noon after a series of accidents in Rostock left several seriously injured, while bus services in Hannover have been completely suspended due to heavy snowfall from the winter storm 'Elli'.

Jan 10 • 09:00 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

DWD Expects 20 Centimeters of New Snow - Drivers Advised to Stay Home - DB Lifts Train Restrictions

Germany is facing a severe winter weather event with heavy snowfall and warnings for snowdrifts, prompting school closures in many states.

Jan 9 • 05:05 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

DWD expects 20 centimeters of new snow - drivers are advised to stay home - DB lifts travel restrictions

Germany is bracing for severe winter weather with warnings of life-threatening conditions, including heavy snowfall and extreme cold in various regions.

Jan 9 • 05:05 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Live blog on the snowstorm: Schools in Hamburg remain closed on Friday

Due to severe weather conditions and expected heavy snowfall, schools in Hamburg will remain closed on Friday, while parts of Lower Saxony will switch to remote learning and train services anticipate delays and cancellations.

Jan 8 • 11:41 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Heavy snowfall in France causes widespread transport disruption

Heavy snowfall across France has resulted in significant disruptions to transportation services.

Jan 7 • 11:48 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Highway in Hamburg Closed for Recovery of Heavy Transport

The A1 highway in Hamburg will be fully closed for three hours to recover a stranded heavy transport, with traffic being diverted and expected delays.

Jan 7 • 10:43 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Snow paralyzes Zagreb: The city justifies itself, dissatisfied citizens criticized them in comments

Zagreb faces significant disruption due to heavy snowfall, leading to unplowed roads and public transport failures, with citizens expressing frustration towards city officials.

Jan 7 • 08:28 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

PHOTO: Over 20 cm of snow in Zagreb, track rupture in Vlaška: Winter services have responded, here is the situation

This morning, a track rupture occurred on Vlaška Street in Zagreb, causing complications due to the heavy snowfall, while winter services are actively clearing the roads.

Jan 7 • 07:07 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

ZET Workers Had to Thaw the Tracks with a Torch. Take a Look

Due to heavy snowdrifts and ice on tram tracks, significant disruptions occurred in tram traffic in Zagreb's central square, leading to accidents and delays.

Jan 6 • 21:19 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Snow Chaos in Zagreb: Several Trams Slipped, Many Lines Not Running: 'I've been at the station for half an hour'

Heavy snowfall is causing severe disruptions in Zagreb's public transport, affecting multiple tram and bus lines, with passengers experiencing long wait times.

Jan 6 • 19:17 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"I took 4h15 to make a journey that usually takes 1h45": the resourcefulness of the French in the face of snow and ice

As heavy snowfall affects much of France, many commuters are adapting their travel plans amid delays and disruptions.

Jan 6 • 18:57 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Dangerous in Heavy Transport: Ecological Requirements

Entrepreneurs are concerned about the engine power reduction system that intentionally decreases the power or RPM of diesel engines to comply with emission regulations, particularly related to the proper functioning of the SCR system using AdBlue.

Jan 6 • 18:52 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Tomašević's Deputy: To Sljeme, You Can Only Go by Cable Car, Bus Does Not Run Due to Parked Cars

Due to heavy snow, bus service in the Sljeme area of Zagreb has been disrupted, with only cable car access available as personal vehicle traffic is prohibited on Sljemenska road.

Jan 6 • 15:51 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
World

Serious problems on roads and air transport due to heavy snowfall in France, Netherlands, and Britain

Severe weather has caused disruptions in transportation on the roads and in the air across France, the Netherlands, and Britain due to heavy snowfall.

Jan 5 • 22:16 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Snow causes problems: Accident on A1, trucks with trailers cannot travel from Dalmatia to the interior

An accident has closed the A1 highway from Dalmatia to the interior, affecting truck transport due to heavy snowfall and resulting traffic conditions in the region.

Jan 5 • 09:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Snow forecast hits Scottish schools and cold health alerts in place for England

Heavy snow and cold health alerts across the UK are affecting schools, transport, and driving conditions as people return to work and study after the Christmas break.

Jan 4 • 16:13 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
National & Local

Snow Complicates Public Transport in Central Bohemia. Roads are Passable with Caution

Heavy snowfall has disrupted public transport in Central Bohemia, although roads are still passable with caution.

Jan 3 • 09:25 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

Watch exciting documentaries and reports on WELT TV

WELT TV offers a live program featuring captivating documentaries including topics like heavy transport to museums and military maneuvers.

Jan 2 • 19:08 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

The Mysterious Cargo of the Russian Ship that Sank. What Did the Ursa Major Transport?

The Ursa Major, a heavy cargo ship that sank in the Mediterranean Sea on December 23, 2024, was carrying an unknown cargo and resulted in the death of two crew members out of sixteen.

Dec 30 • 11:46 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Heavy transport in war

In late December, the European Commission celebrated the successful transportation of a power plant from Lithuania to Ukraine, completed over 11 months, involving 149 shipments totaling 2399 tons, with significant assistance from the Government Strategic Reserves Agency (RARS).

Dec 29 • 20:21 UTC

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