Heavy snow complicating traffic in eastern parts of Czechia

Heavy snow is complicating traffic in the northern and eastern parts of Czechia, with a heightened number of traffic accidents reported since Friday morning. Up to 15 centimeters of fresh snow may fall in the next 24 hours in the affected regions, which include the Liberec region north of Prague, Moravia and Silesia, with up to 25 centimeters of snow expected in the mountains. Drivers have been warned to expect icy conditions and snow drifts on the road in higher altitudes and not to set out for the mountains without winter gear.