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🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Two dangerous incidents on the same lake – Warning from the rescue service

Two separate incidents involving ice-related accidents occurred at Littoistenjärvi lake in Finland, prompting a warning from local rescue services about weak ice conditions.

Mar 22 • 16:42 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Värk: We do not generally take risks sailing with minehunters in ice conditions

The Estonian Navy faced significant challenges this winter due to harsh ice conditions, leading to damage to the minehunter Admiral Cowan, which will require repairs.

Mar 20 • 19:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Canadian mother and daughter ‘traumatized’ by ICE detainment, husband says

A Canadian woman and her daughter have been detained by US immigration officials, experiencing trauma amidst difficult conditions, according to the woman's husband.

Mar 20 • 18:04 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Estonian minehunter damaged due to ice conditions and needs repairs

The Estonian minehunter EML Admiral Cowan has been damaged due to challenging ice conditions and is undergoing emergency maintenance.

Mar 20 • 10:57 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Ice-coated roads in many places in Latvia

Icy conditions in various regions of Latvia are complicating driving on the country’s main and regional roads, according to the Latvian State Roads administration.

Mar 20 • 04:58 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Weekend Weather Forecast: Sunshine Ahead, But Frost and Ice Returns at Night

The weekend weather forecast predicts sunny days with colder temperatures at night, potentially leading to frost and icy conditions.

Mar 19 • 21:40 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

TRAGIC STATISTICS: None of the fishermen who drowned this year due to weak ice were using safety equipment

This year, six fishermen have drowned in Estonia as weak ice conditions worsened, all of whom were lacking safety equipment.

Mar 18 • 18:40 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Before the Competition: The Ice Yacht Season Closed on Spring Ice in Nida

The ice yacht season in Nida was concluded amid challenging ice conditions, with competitors facing varying surface quality.

Mar 18 • 11:37 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

NATURE OBSERVATION: The big ice melt went unnoticed, the spring bird season progresses at a calm pace

The expected dramatic ice melt has gone unnoticed, with calm environmental conditions allowing waterfowl to thrive.

Mar 18 • 07:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

LK: German couple faced life-threatening danger on the sea ice of the Bothnian Bay - Direct words from the researcher

A German couple encountered life-threatening danger while skiing across the Bothnian Bay, raising concerns from researchers about their decision and awareness of weather conditions.

Mar 17 • 09:34 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Starting Tuesday, it is forbidden to go on the ice of inland waters

The Estonian authorities have declared a ban on entering the ice of inland waters due to dangerous conditions following several accidents.

Mar 17 • 08:17 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Flood in the Curonian Lagoon: Soldiers Arrive for Reconnaissance

Military personnel are arriving to assess flood conditions in Lithuania's Šilutė region, where over 40 properties are inundated, and communication with residents is limited to boats.

Mar 17 • 07:42 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Afghan asylum seeker dies in ICE custody, US advocacy group says

An Afghan asylum seeker died in ICE custody in Texas shortly after his detention, raising concerns about the conditions of detention and the impact of immigration policies.

Mar 16 • 12:34 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"Every day feels like a week": extreme crisis reported at the largest ICE center in the U.S.

Rights organizations are sounding the alarm about severe conditions at the Camp East Montana detention center in El Paso, Texas, including critical security failures and lack of proper nutrition.

Mar 15 • 18:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Difficult ice conditions disturb maritime traffic on three routes

Difficult ice conditions are currently disrupting maritime traffic on three routes in Estonia.

Mar 15 • 06:31 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Water levels continue to rise in Latvia's rivers

Water levels in Latvian rivers are rising, leading to the flooding of low-lying areas due to ice melting and changes in river conditions.

Mar 14 • 13:18 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Captain of Tarmo: Ice conditions in Pärnu may worsen

The captain of the icebreaker Tarmo reports that worsening ice conditions may occur in Pärnu, as recent winter conditions have led to increased shipping activity in the region.

Mar 13 • 19:26 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Floods in Western Lithuania Already Pose Danger: Warning Due to Danger on the Road

Flooding in western Lithuania threatens roads and low-lying areas as ice conditions worsen.

Mar 13 • 16:14 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

VIDEO: Expert warns: spring is the most dangerous time on the roads – ice, motorcyclists and tire changing dilemma

As spring approaches, driving safety becomes a major concern due to changing weather conditions, ice on roads, and the return of motorcyclists.

Mar 12 • 22:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The Police and Border Guard Board has prohibited access to the ice on border water bodies starting Friday

The Police and Border Guard Board in Estonia has banned access to the ice on all border water bodies due to unsafe melting conditions.

Mar 12 • 13:19 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Finland and Sweden May Acquire Icebreakers Together – Ice Accumulated by Winds is Still a Greater Burden in the Northern Baltic Sea

Finland and Sweden are exploring joint cooperation on icebreakers to address the challenges posed by aging fleets and changing environmental conditions in the northern maritime region.

Mar 11 • 08:25 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Fisherman describes ‘frantic run’ as ice shelf breaks from Georgian Bay shore

A group of fishermen experienced a harrowing escape as the ice shelf they were standing on broke away from the Georgian Bay shore.

Mar 10 • 18:31 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Police prohibits going onto the sea ice on the north coast starting today

Due to rapidly deteriorating ice conditions and the quick melting of the ice, the Police and Border Guard Board has prohibited access to sea ice in Harju, Lääne-Viru, and Ida-Viru counties starting March 10.

Mar 10 • 13:08 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Hydrologists investigated river sections: are there flood dangers rising anywhere?

Hydrologists in Lithuania have been actively monitoring river conditions to assess potential flood risks, particularly observing changes in ice and water levels.

Mar 10 • 13:01 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Biden-appointed judge in the hot seat after DHS fires back at 'false' claims about ICE facility

The DHS has responded vigorously against a judge's order for improved conditions at an ICE facility in Baltimore, insisting that the claims of substandard conditions are inaccurate.

Mar 9 • 23:27 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The tugboat has still not been pulled off the shoal in the Skulte port water area

Efforts to rescue a tugboat stuck on a shoal in Skulte port have yet to succeed, with the captain stating that favorable weather conditions are still needed.

Mar 9 • 15:13 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Snow, ice pellets and freezing rain in forecast for New Brunswick

New Brunswick is warned of severe weather, including snow, ice pellets, and extended freezing rain, expected to create hazardous travel conditions and potential power outages.

Mar 9 • 14:47 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Water Levels Rising in the Daugava

Water levels in the Daugava River Basin are rising, particularly influenced by snow melt and ice conditions.

Mar 9 • 02:43 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Night hours may bring ice to the roads

Temperatures are expected to drop below zero, causing potential icy conditions on smaller roads overnight and early in the morning according to traffic management authorities in Estonia.

Mar 8 • 15:13 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Three-car collision occurred on Hafnarfjörður road at Arnarnes

A three-car collision occurred on the Hafnarfjörður road at Arnarnes, involving no serious injuries but causing temporary road closure.

Mar 7 • 21:06 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

These warnings should now be taken seriously

Due to rapidly warming temperatures, ice conditions on water bodies in Finland have become dangerously weak, prompting authorities to issue warnings.

Mar 7 • 15:05 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

A common jail housing 400 ICE detainees accumulates complaints of poor nutrition and serious conditions

A jail in Butler County, Ohio, is facing scrutiny over allegations of poor food and living conditions for detainees, leading to calls for a formal investigation.

Mar 7 • 14:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

‘Abject cruelty’: review of 911 calls from Texas ICE detention facility reveals disturbing conditions

The review of 911 calls from the Texas ICE detention facility highlights troubling conditions involving overcrowding, medical neglect, and severe emotional distress among detainees.

Mar 6 • 14:29 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Road sections have iced over in Kurzeme and Vidzeme

Friday morning's driving conditions on major roads are hindered in some areas due to ice, as reported by the State Joint Stock Company 'Latvian State Roads' (LVC).

Mar 6 • 06:32 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Camp East Montana: the largest ICE detention center may close after months of controversy

The future of Camp East Montana, the largest ICE detention facility, is uncertain as the Trump administration reviews its contract amid reports of poor conditions, three detainee deaths, and a measles outbreak.

Mar 5 • 17:04 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Severe ice conditions increased icebreaking costs by a couple of million euros

This winter's severe ice conditions have raised Estonia's icebreaking costs by over two million euros compared to recent winters.

Mar 5 • 11:45 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Winter Hike: Ice Age on the Baltic Sea

The article chronicles a winter hike along the Baltic Sea coast from Barth to Swinoujscie, capturing the frozen landscape and unique conditions experienced along the way.

Mar 5 • 10:35 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Difficult driving conditions in Liepāja and Saldus due to ice

Driving has been made difficult in various parts of Kurzeme due to ice, particularly affecting major roads and regional routes near Liepāja and Saldus.

Mar 5 • 05:29 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The new generation of this family SUV has already challenged the ice.

The second-generation Atlas, known as Teramont in Mexico, showcases its performance in extreme conditions before its official debut at the New York International Auto Show.

Mar 4 • 22:37 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

At the Port of Jurbarkas – the Start of Important Observations: Ice Situation and Water Levels Assessed

The port of Jurbarkas is implementing a monitoring system to assess ice conditions and water levels as part of preparing for potential natural disasters and developing a modern river cargo port.

Mar 4 • 09:37 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Ban on Being on Ice in All Water Bodies in Riga

Riga has enforced a ban on accessing the ice of all water bodies in its administrative territory starting March 4 due to adverse weather conditions and safety concerns.

Mar 3 • 19:47 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
Sports

Moroccan swimmer trained in fish factory waste ice – now competing in the winter swimming World Championships in Oulu

A Moroccan swimmer celebrates their participation in the winter swimming World Championships held in Oulu, Finland, under harsh winter conditions.

Mar 3 • 15:07 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Starting from March 4, it is prohibited to be on the ice of all bodies of water in Riga

Due to weather conditions and insufficient stable ice on water bodies, Riga authorities have prohibited access to ice on all lakes and coastal waters beginning March 4.

Mar 3 • 12:21 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Could become slippery in the afternoon

There is expected to be a significant thaw in southwest Iceland this afternoon, which may create slippery conditions on the roads due to melting snow and ice.

Mar 3 • 07:25 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Icy roads and fog hinder driving in many areas

Driving conditions on major roads in Latvia are hindered by ice and fog, particularly in certain regions.

Mar 3 • 07:17 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Two teenagers rescued from the ice on the Lielupe River in Jelgava

Two teenagers were rescued from the ice on the Lielupe River in Jelgava after being stranded when the ice became unsafe due to melting conditions.

Mar 2 • 16:39 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Changes in Lithuania Overnight: Rain and Ice Return

Weather changes in Lithuania are expected with the return of precipitation and icy conditions following a night of fluctuating temperatures.

Mar 2 • 03:38 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

On Monday, Latvia has patches of ice on the roads

Driving conditions are difficult due to ice on roads in several regions of Latvia.

Mar 2 • 03:10 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

“Peek-a-boo, here I come,” says the sun soon

Norwegian meteorologist Per Egil Haga announces an upcoming spell of spring weather across Norway, but warns of potential hazards due to melting and refreezing conditions.

Mar 1 • 21:13 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

DON'T SLIP: Expert explains how to handle snow and ice safely

An expert provides advice on how to manage slippery conditions caused by snow and ice to prevent accidents at home.

Feb 28 • 12:47 UTC

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