SMHI Issues New Heavy Snowfall Warnings for Southern Sweden

SMHI warns of heavy snowfalls in southern Sweden causing potential traffic disruptions until Monday evening.

    Key details

  • • Weather warnings issued for Skåne, southeastern Götaland, Öland, and Gotland.
  • • Heavy snow showers expected in Kalmar län, Dalsland, and Värmland.
  • • Up to 15 centimeters of snow forecasted in parts of Skåne.
  • • Warnings remain in effect until Monday evening.

The Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute (SMHI) has issued new weather warnings for heavy snowfall across southern Sweden, affecting regions including Skåne, southeastern Götaland, Öland, and Gotland. These warnings, in effect until Monday evening, also extend to Kalmar County, parts of Dalsland, and Värmland where severe snow showers may cause traffic disruptions. In Skåne, snowfall could reach up to 15 centimeters, raising concerns about travel safety and road conditions. The warnings aim to alert residents and authorities to prepare for continuing snow showers impacting southern parts of the country until Monday evening.

This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.

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