On Thursday morning, icy conditions hindered driving on major highways near Saldus and Gulbene in Latvia, according to information from 'Latvijas valsts ceļu'.
This Thursday morning, motorists near Saldus and Gulbene faced challenging driving conditions due to icy patches affecting major state roads. This information comes from a report by 'Latvijas valsts ceļu', which monitors road conditions throughout Latvia. Specific trouble spots included the Liepāja highway from Blīdene to Skrunda, the road from Saldus to Kuldīga in Saldus Municipality, and the Gulbene to Smiltene road in Gulbene Municipality.
In addition to the highways, regional roads also showed signs of adverse conditions. Areas mentioned for challenging driving include Liepāja, Ventspils, Saldus, Dobele, Tukums, Aizkraukle, Daugavpils, Krāslava, Preiļi, Gulbene, Balvi, Alūksne, Valmiera, and Limbaži. Drivers in these regions have been advised to exercise caution due to the potentially hazardous conditions that can lead to accidents.
The persistent icy weather can impact daily activities for residents and commuters in these areas, increasing the importance of roadway maintenance and timely weather updates. Authorities are likely to monitor the conditions closely to ensure safety and inform the public of any significant changes or improvements in road safety.
