Rijkswaterstaat warns motorists that the first day of 2026 will end with winter precipitation in the Netherlands’ eastern and central regions, with rain turning into wet snow later in the evening and night. Because of these conditions, the agency has begun extensive de‑icing operations on highways. Drivers are advised to adjust their driving style, maintain a safe following distance, and consult the Rijkswaterstaat traffic information website before departure. Despite the winter weather, the agency does not expect major traffic congestion; however, reduced traffic on motorways means salt may be less effectively dispersed. Rijkswaterstaat’s teams have already covered more than 300,000 km with de‑icing equipment, using almost 20 million kg of salt to date.
Source: Rijkswaterstaat
https://www.rijkswaterstaat.nl/nieuws/archief/2026/01/rijkswaterstaat-houd-rekening-met-gevaarlijke-rijomstandigheden-door-gladheid
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