On Friday 9 January 2026, the northern provinces of Friesland, Groningen and Drenthe experienced prolonged snowfall. The Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute (KNMI) issued an orange warning, forecasting 5–10 cm of snow, with some areas possibly receiving 10–15 cm. Strong easterly winds may produce snow drifts, reducing visibility. Rijkswaterstaat advised motorists in these provinces to avoid traveling unless essential, and to check weather and traffic information before departure. The agency deployed 577 spreaders, 630 snow blowers, three incident machines and 1,500 personnel, but acknowledged that clearing the highways in the north would remain difficult. Special equipment and additional recovery vehicles will be used to tackle drifts and move stranded vehicles. Motorists were urged to prepare adequately, maintain safe distances, and allow snow‑treating teams space.
Source: Rijkswaterstaat
https://www.rijkswaterstaat.nl/nieuws/archief/2026/01/langdurige-sneeuwval-in-noord-nederland-op-vrijdag-9-januari-2026-ga-niet-de-weg-op-als-dat-niet-nodig-is
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