Bayern Munich’s Allianz Area is roofed in snow after heavy snowfall hit Bavaria and its capital Munich, Germany, December 2, 2023.
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Heavy snowfall introduced chaos to components of southern Germany on Saturday, with air and rail visitors blocked within the Bavarian state capital of Munich.
After first suspending flights till midday Saturday (1100 GMT), Munich airport later stated it might stay closed till 6:00 am (0500 GMT) on Sunday.
In whole, 760 flights had been affected, a spokesperson informed AFP. Greater than 40 centimetres (16 inches) of snow fell in a single day Friday to Saturday, in keeping with climate providers.
Authorities requested residents to remain residence for his or her security.
The winter climate additionally disrupted practice visitors, with rail operator Deutsche Bahn saying, “The principle Munich station can’t be served”.
Deutsche Bahn stated travellers ought to anticipate delays and cancellations all through the area, and most buses, trams and suburban trains weren’t operating in Munich.
Saturday’s deliberate soccer championship match between Bayern Munich and Union Berlin has been referred to as off.
Police in Decrease Bavaria stated they made 350 interventions linked to the climate Friday evening, with 5 individuals barely injured in automotive accidents.
A lot of Germany has been topic to snow and freezing temperatures for a number of days.
In accordance with climate forecasts, the most important portions of snow are anticipated Saturday in Allgau within the south of Bavaria, with one other 30 to 40 centimetres.
The snowfall is predicted to progressively ease within the afternoon.
