Meteorological authorities are warning of heavy snowfall over the weekend, with up to 90 centimeters of snow in the canton of Ticino and a risk of falling branches and trees.
Although the last few days have brought warmer temperatures and a spring-like atmosphere, the weekend is expected to bring back winter to Switzerland. Meteorological authorities have warned of heavy snowfall that will affect several regions of the country, albinfo.ch reports.
According to MeteoSwiss, the canton of Ticino has been declared a risk level of 4 out of 5, which is considered a high warning for heavy snowfall. In this region, the thickness of the new snow is expected to reach up to 90 centimeters.
However, the rainfall will not be limited to the south of the country. Several other cantons are also expected to face difficult weather conditions, where a risk level of 3 out of 5 has been declared.
The cantons included in this warning are:
Schwyz, Lucerne, Graubünden, Ticino, Valais, Bern, Glarus, Uri, Nidwalden, Obwalden, Zug
According to meteorologists, up to 80 centimeters of new snow could fall in some areas, while the warning is in effect until Sunday at noon. In addition to the intense rainfall, authorities are also warning of additional hazards, such as branches and trees that could break or fall under the weight of the snow, creating obstacles on the roads and increasing the risk to citizens.
Authorities are urging residents in affected regions to exercise caution when moving and to follow updates from meteorological services. /Albinfo.ch/
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