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🇪🇪 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
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Are you planning to go to the mountains today? The conditions on the trails will surprise you

Rescue services in the Beskids have issued a warning about difficult trail conditions due to melting snow and ice, despite sunny weather attracting many hikers.

Feb 28 • 08:39 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Flooding in River Floodplains and Low-Lying Areas Set to Begin Soon

The Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre warns of potential flooding in lower-lying areas as snow and ice begin to melt in early March.

Feb 27 • 16:36 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Spring Flooding Period Forecasted from March 5 to April 15

Latvian authorities predict a potential spring flooding period, influenced by current snow and ice conditions and changing weather patterns.

Feb 27 • 08:34 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Innocent Snowball Fight Escalates into Clash with Police: New York Mayor Chimes In

A winter snowball fight in New York escalated into a political controversy after participants began throwing snow and ice at police officers, prompting a response from Mayor Zohran Mamdani.

Feb 26 • 16:03 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Latvia Prepares for Floods

Latvian authorities are preparing for the spring flood season due to significant snow cover and ice thickness this winter.

Feb 26 • 09:37 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Water Spring Begins: It's Better to Have Boots at Home

As temperatures rise in Lithuania, a phenomenon known as 'water spring' occurs, causing melting snow and ice to pool in low-lying areas, prompting residents in affected rural areas to keep their boots handy.

Feb 25 • 18:58 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Sports

Heat Poetry in Snow and Ice: The Winter Games Viewed Through Thermal Cameras

Three photographers capture the beauty and effort of athletes at the Winter Games using thermal cameras.

Feb 25 • 04:40 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Meteorologist announces where spring will come earlier and where later

A meteorologist in Lithuania predicts variances in the arrival of spring based on current snow and ice conditions across the country.

Feb 24 • 15:53 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Does the alert in New York and Boston continue? Incredible images of the winter cyclone seen from space

The winter cyclone affecting New York and Boston is moving toward the Atlantic, but its impacts will persist throughout the day with snow, wind, and ice.

Feb 24 • 15:44 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Atlantic Canada wakes up to more snow and ice in wake of winter storm

Atlantic Canada is experiencing significant snow and ice from a powerful winter storm that has impacted the region, leading to school closures and hazardous conditions.

Feb 24 • 14:48 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
Sports

At the Olympics, snow and ice prevailed. The Norwegians are rich, but they don't know how to loaf around

This article discusses the success of Norwegian athletes in the winter sports scene, particularly at the Olympics, highlighting their dedication despite enjoying a high standard of living.

Feb 24 • 09:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Klaipėda – for transport, not pedestrians: the sidewalk is like Olympic ice

Pedestrians in Klaipėda faced treacherous conditions on sidewalks due to refrozen water from melted snow, leading to many falls.

Feb 24 • 08:11 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Snow and ice make driving difficult in almost all of Latvia on Tuesday morning

Snow and ice are making driving conditions challenging across Latvia on the morning of February 24, according to the Latvian State Roads information.

Feb 24 • 06:40 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Snow and Ice Make Driving Difficult Across Latvia on Tuesday Morning

Driving conditions are challenging across Latvia due to snow and ice, with some roads being particularly affected.

Feb 24 • 03:51 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

MELTING SNOW ⟩ 9 essential steps for the safe removal of snow and ice

Authorities in Estonia are urging building owners to take action against heavy snow loads on roofs to prevent potential hazards as warmer weather approaches.

Feb 23 • 05:37 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The Real Champions of the Olympic Games? Ice and Snow Technologists

The article discusses the essential role of ice and snow technologists in the success of Olympic Games.

Feb 22 • 11:19 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

New Records in Snow and Ice: 'First Medal for South America,' 'First Six-Time Champion,' and 'Oldest Gold Medalist'

The 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics concluded with remarkable records, highlighting Norwegian cross-country skier Johannes Høsflot Klæbo as a key figure.

Feb 22 • 08:55 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Risk of 'black ice': Police urge cautious driving

Most of Denmark is experiencing precipitation today, with some areas receiving snow, leading to slippery conditions and several traffic accidents reported by police.

Feb 22 • 08:25 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Remaining snow is expected to melt away in Sunday’s positive temperatures

Snow and ice-covered landscapes across Denmark will be replaced by wetter terrain as temperatures rise above freezing, leading to melting.

Feb 22 • 06:55 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Driving Conditions are Challenging Across Latvia on Sunday Morning

On Sunday morning, snow and ice are making driving difficult across all of Latvia's main and regional roads, according to the state road administration.

Feb 22 • 06:31 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Another Weather Cocktail: Specialists Warn Against Unnecessary Travel

Meteorologists in Lithuania are warning citizens about dangerous weather conditions including snow and rain that may lead to icy roads and sidewalks.

Feb 21 • 16:33 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Debate about the future of the Olympics: Games on snow, ice, and mud?

The International Olympic Committee faces challenges from climate change and declining revenues, necessitating reforms for future Winter Games.

Feb 20 • 16:46 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

This morning, roads in Latvia are snowy and icy

Snow and ice are making driving difficult across Latvia's main and regional roads this morning.

Feb 20 • 08:31 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

DMI warns of risk of ice from Friday afternoon

Denmark's Meteorological Institute warns of a risk of ice due to snow turning to slush and then rain from Friday afternoon to Saturday afternoon.

Feb 20 • 05:09 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Weather Warning About Ice: - Walk and Drive Safely!

A weather warning has been issued for parts of Eastern and Southern Norway due to expected snow turning to rain, leading to potential icy conditions on roads.

Feb 19 • 10:59 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Nine skiers missing after avalanche in Northern California

An avalanche near Lake Tahoe has left nine skiers missing in Northern California, while six others were rescued from the snow and ice.

Feb 18 • 09:19 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Despite the Ice Cold, Snow, and Bad Weather: 83-Year-Old Anschen Sleeps Outdoors Every Night

An 83-year-old woman, Anschen Berggren, has made it a habit to sleep outdoors every night, regardless of the harsh winter conditions in Sweden.

Feb 17 • 18:55 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Snow melt raising flood risk in parts of southern Ontario

Communities in southern Ontario are warned of potential flooding due to melting snow and ice amid rising temperatures.

Feb 16 • 14:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

New weather warnings for snow and ice issued for large swathes of UK

New weather warnings for snow and ice have been issued across significant areas of the UK, alongside hundreds of flood alerts due to worsening conditions.

Feb 16 • 07:26 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

'Challenger on Snow' Choi Ga-on, 'Ice Rink Competitor' Hwang Dae-heon... President Lee Jae-myung Delivers Congratulatory Messages

President Lee Jae-myung sent congratulatory messages to snowboarder Choi Ga-on and short track speed skater Hwang Dae-heon for their achievements at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Feb 16 • 02:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK weather: Ice warning issued by Met Office as temperatures tumble in Arctic blast

The UK faces an Arctic weather blast with temperatures plunging and a yellow ice warning issued for Scotland as heavy snowfall is expected.

Feb 15 • 18:08 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Heavy Snow Caused a Widespread Power Outage in Oulu – Ice on the Oulu River is Weak Due to Power Plant Operations

Heavy snowfall caused a power outage affecting around 23,000 customers in Oulu, Finland, due to the accumulation of snow on power lines.

Feb 15 • 12:04 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Snow and ice complicate transportation in Moravia and Silesia

Transportation in Moravia and Silesia is being disrupted due to snow and icy conditions.

Feb 15 • 08:51 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Choi Ga-on's victory is the final puzzle... South Korea, the only Asian country with gold in ice, snow, and sliding sports

South Korea has become the first Asian nation to win gold medals in all three categories of winter Olympic sports: ice, snow, and sliding, following Choi Ga-on's triumph in snowboarding.

Feb 15 • 07:49 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The storm affects 136 roads: 67 closed due to flooding, and 18 due to ice and snow

A severe weather event has impacted a total of 136 roads across Spain, with the majority of closures due to flooding, particularly in the Andalusia region.

Feb 15 • 07:04 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

The two major airports in Paris will reduce their flights between 20% and 30% due to snow and ice alert

French authorities have requested airlines to reduce flight schedules at Paris' two major airports by 20% to 30% on Sunday due to a snow and ice alert.

Feb 14 • 17:46 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Snow and ice: Île-de-France and Paris placed on orange alert

Île-de-France and Paris have been placed on orange alert due to snow and ice conditions affecting eleven departments in northern France.

Feb 14 • 16:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK snow and ice warnings as Met Office issues alert - all you need to know

The Met Office has issued new weather warnings for snow and ice across large parts of the UK, with potential travel disruption expected.

Feb 14 • 15:36 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

VIDEO: Andis Cooling his Finger in the Snow Fields: A Resident of Pärnu Crosses the Ice of Greenland with Storm Winds

Reno Kindsigo from Raeküla is preparing for an expedition to cross the Greenland ice cap, a journey very few Estonians undertake.

Feb 14 • 04:45 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Fishermen on the snow-covered lake ice bring shovels: drifts reach up to half a meter

In Kuršiu Nerija, heavy snowfall has created challenging conditions for locals, but the mayor remains optimistic about accessibility and winter activities.

Feb 13 • 19:12 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Kihnu and Vormsi Ice Roads Remain Closed Due to Snow

The opening of the ice roads to Kihnu and Vormsi has been postponed due to difficult weather conditions.

Feb 13 • 13:55 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

This could be the end of property owners' responsibility for snow removal from sidewalks. Complaint to the Constitutional Tribunal

A legal challenge could change the requirement for property owners in Poland to clear snow and ice from public sidewalks adjacent to their properties.

Feb 13 • 13:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Met Office urges Brits in 59 areas to prepare nine essential items over 42 hours

The Met Office has issued weather warnings across 59 areas in the UK, urging residents to prepare essential items for travel due to impending snow and ice.

Feb 13 • 12:36 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Weekend Weather Contrasts: From Drizzle to 28 Degrees of Frost

The weekend weather in Lithuania will see contrasting conditions with snowfall and rain expected on Saturday, while Sunday will be significantly colder and icy in some areas.

Feb 13 • 11:59 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Met Office names every area facing snow as new weather warnings cover 90% of UK

The Met Office has issued extensive snow and ice warnings for the UK, affecting travel and increasing the risk of injuries.

Feb 13 • 10:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

UK weather: major road across Pennines shut as Arctic blast brings snow and ice

An Arctic blast has led to the closure of a major road across the Pennines due to snow and ice, significantly disrupting travel in Scotland and northern England.

Feb 13 • 09:41 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

TAKE INTO ACCOUNT! ⟩ Roads across the country are snow-covered and icy

Icy and snow-covered roads across Latvia are hindering driving conditions, prompting the involvement of winter maintenance services.

Feb 13 • 08:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Cold weather health alert issued - as Met Office warns of snow and ice

The UK has issued a four-day cold weather health alert due to warnings of snow and ice from the Met Office, affecting central and northern regions.

Feb 13 • 05:33 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Unsettled weather arrives in Lithuania: rain, ice, and strong gusts of wind

Unsettled weather is expected in Lithuania, with rain and snow impacting different regions, as well as the formation of ice and strong winds.

Feb 13 • 04:57 UTC

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