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Winter chaos in the north: black ice and accidents cause traffic distress!
Find out the current weather conditions in northern Germany on January 3, 2026, including snow, slippery conditions and their impact on traffic.
Winter chaos in the north: black ice and accidents cause traffic distress!
The winter conditions have Northern Germany firmly under control. On Friday, sleet and snow showers caused chaos on the streets. While temperatures were between 0 and 5 degrees, road users had to reckon with dangerously slippery conditions on the roads. NDR reported numerous traffic disruptions, especially in Hamburg, where the Köhlbrand Bridge was temporarily closed because a truck was standing across. S-Bahn and bus lines were also severely affected and had to adjust their timetables.
The situation at Hamburg Airport was just as tense - there were delays and around 20 canceled flights. An accident in Rothenburgsort was tragic, where an ice accident resulted in life-threatening injuries. In Lower Saxony there were also numerous accidents on the A27 near Bremen, some of which caused minor injuries to drivers. In Schleswig-Holstein, around 170 weather-related accidents were reported, most of them with sheet metal damage and a few minor injuries.
Strong winds and black ice: dangers throughout the north
The winter storms not only affect road traffic, but also the fire department. Last night there were around 30 calls due to fallen trees caused by the strong wind, which can reach speeds of up to 85 km/h. The German Weather Service continues to warn of slippery conditions and squalls until Saturday morning. Temperatures can drop to as low as -7 degrees, which represents a significant source of danger for many roads.
The A7 and A23 in particular had to be temporarily closed because a layer of ice made the roads impassable. The winter danger is also smoldering in Hesse. Loud Hesse show There were dozens of accidents there due to slippery conditions and snowfall, especially in Central Hesse. Another accident on the A66 resulted in a truck slipping into a ditch and catching fire, requiring the driver to be taken to hospital. Many bus routes in the North Hessian transport association were also canceled.
Tips for safe driving in winter
In view of these dangers, it is important to start the cold season well prepared. The ADAC provides useful information on how drivers can safely deal with black ice and snow. Extreme caution is required, especially at low temperatures around freezing point. Allowing engines to warm up is not only ineffective but also forbidden. When roads are frozen, traffic signs can be obscured by snow and ice, which is also dangerous.
If you head out, don't hesitate to heed weather warnings and always drive defensively. It never hurts to check beforehand whether your equipment is ready for winter conditions. These are not easy challenges to drive on the winter roads - they require a good hand and a keen eye!