In Vilnius, local residents are voicing their anger over treacherous walking conditions caused by ice on sidewalks, which started forming around 2 AM according to municipal data. The situation has escalated to the point where previously safe walking areas have become slippery after just a few steps are taken. Many citizens took to social media to complain about the inadequacy of responses from authorities, pointing out that these icy conditions had persisted since Monday evening without proper treatment of the sidewalks.

In response to the public outcry, Vilnius City Council acknowledged the issue. They explained that ice had built up in certain areas, and despite efforts from maintenance crews to distribute salt, the rainfall had washed it away before it could effectively work. The council stated that they would continue to treat the sidewalks throughout the day to mitigate the hazards, promising to adjust their approaches as weather conditions evolve.

The situation is compounded by the forecast of mixed rain, sleet, and snow, which is expected to create further dangerous conditions on the roads. The maintenance company 'Grinda' has reassured the public that while the conditions are challenging for pedestrians, they are monitoring and maintaining the streets to ensure safety in vehicular travel. Nonetheless, the unfolding weather patterns pose a continual threat, affecting both sidewalk and roadway conditions throughout Vilnius.