Heavy snowfall, ice warnings issued for parts of Germany

COLOGNE, Germany

German authorities on Thursday warned of heavy snow for most parts of the country.

Ongoing snowfall is expected to continue across Germany, according to the German Meteorological Service (DWD).

It warned drivers to avoid unnecessary travel and drive carefully as roads are covered in ice.

The DWD also warned residents in central and southern Germany about trees falling and flying objects.

Wind gusts are expected to reach 100 kilometers per hour (62 mph) in Munich and 115 kph in forest areas.

Temperatures are expected to be as low as 0 C (32 F) to 6 C in northern Germany and could rise to 14 C in the south.

It is estimated that the storm could reach speeds of up to 100 kilometers per hour in Munich and 115 kilometers per hour in forest areas.