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13 Feb 2024 | 04:45 AM UTC

Latvia: Adverse winter weather forecast across northern and central regions Feb. 13

Adverse winter weather forecast across northern and central Latvia Feb. 13. Hazardous travel conditions likely.

Warning

Adverse winter weather is forecast across northern and central Latvia Feb. 13. Precipitation is likely to mainly fall as freezing rain across the northern and central parts of the country and will likely lead to hazardous travel conditions due to icy roads. The Latvian Environment, Geology, and Meteorology Center (LVGMC) has issued orange icing warnings (the middle level on a three-tier scale) for northern Latvia and yellow icing warnings across central Latvia. Authorities will likely issue new alerts or update/rescind existing advisories as weather conditions change over the coming hours and days.

The winter weather will likely cause ground and air transport disruptions in the region. 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. Flight delays and cancellations are likely due to ground stops and deicing operations at regional airports.

Monitor local media for updated weather information. Verify road conditions before driving in areas where severe winter weather is forecast. Allow extra time to reach destinations in these areas and carry an emergency kit and warm clothes if driving is necessary, especially on secondary or rural routes that could become impassable. Plan accordingly for delivery delays if routing shipments by truck through the affected area. Confirm flights. Charge battery-powered devices in the case of prolonged electricity outages.