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🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Cycling Federation Chairman: It was a mistake for me to call snow removal sexist. But the debate overshadowed the important issue

The chairman of the Cycling Federation admits it was a mistake to label snow removal as sexist while emphasizing the crucial issue of inadequate snow clearing on bike paths in Denmark.

Feb 27 • 01:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

VDI warns: clearing snow from roofs and removing icicles are among the most dangerous winter jobs

The State Labour Inspectorate of Lithuania warns that clearing snow from roofs and removing icicles poses significant risks due to the potential for falls and hazardous working conditions.

Feb 24 • 07:27 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Courier cars covered in snow shock observed: 'They don’t think about others' safety'

Reports have emerged about courier vehicles in Lithuania taking to the streets without clearing snow from their roofs, raising community safety concerns.

Feb 21 • 10:57 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Deep snow the size of five football fields - opinions of residents differ on the amount of snow cleared in Riga and the municipality's work

Residents in Riga express mixed opinions on the municipality's snow clearing efforts during an unusually snowy winter.

Feb 20 • 13:04 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Copenhagen Municipality clearly states: Snow will not be cleared from parking lots

Copenhagen Municipality has announced that it will not allocate resources for clearing snow from parking lots despite large snowbanks making them unusable after recent harsh weather.

Feb 19 • 13:31 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Saskatoon residents dig out from February snowstorm

Residents of Saskatoon are clearing snow after a substantial snowstorm blanketed the city.

Feb 18 • 23:53 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The cost of snow removal on state roads amounted to 1.17 million euros

The cost for clearing snow from state roads in Latvia on February 13 and 14 totaled 1.17 million euros, as reported by the State Joint Stock Company 'Latvijas valsts ceļi' (LVC).

Feb 18 • 09:48 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Riga City Council Urges Clearing Snow from Roofs Instead of Just Roping Off Sidewalks

The Riga City Council has urged building owners to clear snow from roofs rather than merely roping off sidewalks, citing safety concerns following heavy snowfall.

Feb 16 • 13:43 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The strongest snowstorm this winter observed in Rēzekne

Rēzekne experienced the strongest snowstorm of the winter, leading to extensive snow clearing operations and community support.

Feb 14 • 14:16 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Snow clearing works in Riga will continue over the weekend

Snow clearing operations in Riga have been ongoing throughout the night and will continue during the weekend, involving numerous vehicles in the effort.

Feb 14 • 12:16 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
Crime & Justice

DSB Extends Period of Fewer Trains During Rush Hour

A truck driver clearing snow in Southern Zealand was arrested for driving under the influence of drugs after being found passed out in his vehicle.

Feb 13 • 18:16 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Once in a Lifetime: Snow Clearing with the Steam Snowplow at Bernina Pass

An old steam-powered snowplow from 1910 is still in operation, delighting railway enthusiasts as it clears snow from the tracks at the Bernina Pass.

Feb 13 • 12:29 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Snow in Klaipeda Traps Pedestrians: Angry Calls Flood Companies Clearing Sidewalks

Residents in Klaipeda expressed frustration over unplowed sidewalks after heavy snow, leading to numerous complaints to local maintenance companies.

Feb 13 • 12:24 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

"This job especially requires courage" - this is how much snow removal workers are paid

Snow removal work is in demand across Finland as snowfall continues and temperatures drop, with a focus in the capital region on safely clearing snow from rooftops.

Feb 11 • 07:01 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
World

In Moscow, Cubans and Indians are clearing snow. Hundreds of thousands of Russians are left without electricity and heat in winter

The article discusses how both Ukrainians and local Russians in regions like Belgorod are suffering from blackouts and extreme cold without basic utilities due to ongoing conflicts.

Feb 9 • 13:07 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

Dozens dead from record snowfalls in Japan, most from falling off roofs while clearing snow

Recent record snowfalls in Japan have resulted in at least 35 deaths and approximately 400 injuries, primarily from individuals falling off roofs while clearing snow.

Feb 7 • 12:29 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Saturday will be moderately cold

Saturday in Latvia is expected to be cloudy in the morning with clearing skies in the afternoon, and temperatures ranging from -3 to -8 degrees Celsius, while light snow may occur in southeastern regions during the morning hours.

Feb 7 • 06:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK weather: Britain braced for 400-mile snowstorm as cold snap continues

A 400-mile snowstorm is forecast to hit Britain as a cold snap continues, with snow expected in multiple areas before clearing in 24 hours.

Feb 5 • 05:00 UTC
🇯🇵 NHK News (JP)
Crime & Justice

Elderly man found dead buried in snow in Niigata, possibly fell while clearing snow

An elderly man was discovered dead, buried in snow, in Joetsu City, Niigata Prefecture, likely after falling while clearing snow from his roof.

Feb 4 • 22:06 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

A Record Amount of Snow Fell in Japan. 30 Dead, Army Assists on the Ground

Japan has experienced unusually heavy snowfall resulting in 30 fatalities, with some areas buried under up to 4.5 meters of snow, prompting authorities to deploy the military for road clearing and support to vulnerable residents.

Feb 3 • 16:07 UTC
🇯🇵 NHK News (JP)
Crime & Justice

Yamagata Mogami Town: 80-year-old woman found collapsed in irrigation channel, confirmed dead, snow removal tools nearby

An 80-year-old woman was found collapsed in an irrigation channel in Mogami Town, Yamagata Prefecture, and was later confirmed dead, with snow removal tools suggesting she may have fallen while clearing snow.

Feb 3 • 03:33 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Residents urged to move cars left on the street: fines for non-compliance

Authorities are urging residents in Vilnius to remove their parked cars to facilitate snow clearing operations, which are hindered by the current high occupancy of parking spaces.

Feb 2 • 11:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Double-digit cold grips Lithuania: it has begun what city managers fear the most

As temperatures drop into the double digits following heavy snowfall, municipal maintenance teams in Lithuania are actively clearing sidewalks, streets, and apartment courtyards to ensure there is space for more snow to be removed before the next snowfall.

Feb 2 • 09:42 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

The mystery of unsalted sidewalks? The Constitutional Tribunal once recognized such a law as good

Experts from the RPO office argue that the current law placing the responsibility of clearing sidewalks on property owners is ineffective, suggesting it should be a task for the local community instead.

Jan 27 • 06:02 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Zagreb residents received warnings at home addresses, Tomašević: 'About 400 were distributed'

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević expressed general satisfaction with the city's snow-clearing efforts but acknowledged room for improvement, particularly regarding sidewalk cleaning, and noted that around 400 warnings have been issued to citizens.

Jan 13 • 12:38 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Tomašević: 400 warnings issued for refusing to clear snow from the doorstep

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević reported that approximately 400 warnings have been issued to residents for not clearing snow from their sidewalks, though he expressed general satisfaction with the city's snow removal efforts overall.

Jan 13 • 11:34 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Weather: New Ice Warning - Teen Dies While Clearing Snow on Power Line

A teenager tragically died while attempting to clear snow from a power line amid new ice warnings issued in Germany.

Jan 12 • 19:35 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
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
National & Local

First, roads to hospitals and authorities are being cleared. In Plzeň, external companies are helping with snow removal

In Plzeň, snow removal efforts are primarily focused on clearing roads to hospitals and government offices with assistance from external companies.

Jan 10 • 19:32 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

Are you traveling to Austria in winter? Be careful, because these mistakes could cost you up to 10,000 euros

Following a heavy snowfall that has impacted Croatia and much of Central and Southeastern Europe, Austria is also struggling with snow and ice, particularly affecting drivers who often underestimate the need for clearing their windshields.

Jan 9 • 13:12 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

Bosnian from Sweden Slams Balkan People Over Snow: 'You Cry Over Three Snowflakes, Stay Home'

A Bosnian woman living in Sweden criticized Balkans for their complaints about snow, showcasing how her street in Sweden deals with snowfall without constant clearing.

Jan 8 • 17:23 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Sports

Fans as Snow Removers – This Is How the Bundesliga Is Fighting Against Possible Game Cancellations

In response to extreme weather conditions, Bundesliga clubs are preparing for potential game cancellations with help from fans who are clearing snow.

Jan 8 • 16:12 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Reporter: The snow has not been cleared in Sarajevo. Where are the 1000 employees? The Prime Minister: In the offices

The Prime Minister of Sarajevo Canton, Nihad Uk, addressed criticism of the local utility company for not clearing snow from the roads after a heavy snowfall, indicating that the workforce is employed in their offices and that new street cleaners are being hired.

Jan 8 • 06:11 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

VIDEO Emergency services clearing snow in Zagreb. Citizens: "Is this normal?"

Recent heavy snowfall in Zagreb has disrupted emergency services, with teams using shovels to reach patients through challenging conditions.

Jan 7 • 15:55 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

Up to 30 cm of snow fell in Karlovac. City: Clear paths to houses, be careful how you park

The winter service in Karlovac is on high alert as up to 30 cm of snow has fallen, prompting local authorities to advise residents on clearing paths and parking safely.

Jan 6 • 18:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Drivers urged not to make 1 mistake in snow and ice or risk huge fines

Drivers in the UK are warned about the legal requirements for clearing snow and ice from vehicles to avoid penalties this winter.

Jan 5 • 16:01 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

83-year-old wants to clear snow from car in Hamburg and is hit by a truck

An 83-year-old man was critically injured when he was struck by a truck while clearing snow from his car in Hamburg, prompting police to seek witnesses.

Jan 2 • 13:25 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Demi Moore Cleared Snow, But Everyone Only Noticed One Detail

Actress Demi Moore surprised her Instagram followers while clearing snow in her snowy Idaho home during the holidays.

Dec 29 • 14:29 UTC

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