Severe Weather Conditions in Ukraine: Where Snowfalls and Sharp Cold are Expected
Severe weather conditions are expected in Ukraine, including heavy snow, snowstorms, and a drop in temperature. An Operational Headquarters for responding to these conditions is starting its work based on the Recovery Agency.
In particular, on January 8-9, 2023, severe weather conditions are forecasted for the western, northern, and parts of the central regions of Ukraine. In the Rivne, Khmelnytskyi, Zhytomyr, and Vinnytsia regions, heavy snow and snowstorms are expected on January 8, with a snow cover increase of 10 to 25 cm. In the Zakarpattia, Volyn, Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk, Ternopil, and Chernivtsi regions, the snow cover increase is expected to be 15-20 cm.
- Kyiv, Cherkasy, and Chernihiv regions: significant wet snow and rain, with a snow cover increase of 5-15 cm.
- From January 10 to 11, 2023, in the western, northern, Vinnytsia, and Cherkasy regions: a drop in temperature to -14 to -20°C.
The Operational Headquarters for responding to severe weather conditions will begin its work on January 8, 2023. The number of mechanisms that will be involved in eliminating the consequences of the bad weather will amount to about 1100-1200 per day. In connection with these weather conditions, a Level I danger – yellow, as well as Level II danger – orange has been announced.
Severe weather conditions in Ukraine may significantly affect transport infrastructure and the daily life of citizens.
The Operational Headquarters that is beginning its activities aims to ensure effective elimination of the consequences of bad weather and support the population during emergencies. It is important for people to follow safety recommendations and exercise caution while moving in worsening weather conditions.