02 Mar 2018 | 09:22 AM UTC
France: Winter weather alerts in northeast March 2
Snow/ice alerts in effect March 2 in northeastern France; transportation disruptions possible
Event
The French meteorological authorities (Météo France) have issued orange alerts - the second-highest on a four-point scale - for the northeast of the country due to snow and icy conditions for Friday, March 2. A total of 19 departments are covered by the alerts: Seine-Maritime, Eure, Pas-de-Calais, Somme, Oise, Nord, Aisne, Ardennes, Marne, Meuse, Haute-Marne, Meurthe-et-Moselle, Moselle, Vosges, Haute-Saône, Doubs, Territoire-de-Belfort, Haut-Rhin, and Bas-Rhin. Related air and rail disruptions, hazardous driving conditions, and power outages are likely.
Advice
Individuals in affected areas are advised to keep abreast of weather alerts, confirm travel reservations, and adhere to any instructions issued by the local authorities.
