Austria: Adverse winter weather forecast across southwestern region through at least Feb. 23

Snow and ice are forecast across southwestern Austria through at least Feb. 23. As of early Feb. 23, the Austria Central Institute for Meteorology and Geodynamics has issued the following warnings across Austria:

• Orange snow warning: across western Carinthia, southern Salzburg, and southeastern Tyrol states.

• Yellow snow and rain warnings: across the rest of the affected area.

Officials could update and possibly extend the coverage of weather alerts over the coming days.

The winter weather will likely cause ground and air transport disruptions in the region over the coming days. Traffic and commercial trucking delays are possible along regional highways. Difficult and potentially dangerous driving conditions are also likely on secondary and rural roadways in the affected states as maintenance crews prioritize clearing major routes. Authorities could close stretches of highway if driving conditions become too hazardous. Gusty winds may threaten to topple high-profile vehicles throughout the affected area. Flight delays and cancellations are likely due to ground stops and deicing operations at regional airports.