Heavy ice warning: continued vigilance required Meeting of the “extreme weather conditions” crisis unit on Wednesday 17 January

The "extreme weather conditions" crisis unit met again on Wednesday 17 January 2024 at 7 and 8 a.m. under the chairmanship of the Minister for Home Affairs, Léon Gloden, to review the evolution of the situation.

Vigilance is still required following the arrival of heavy freezing rain at 6:00 am, which will continue until the early afternoon (14:00).

After a slight break and a rise in temperatures during the afternoon, the precipitation could gradually change to snow.

RegioZone bus service situation

Due to the current weather situation, the RegioZone cross-border bus services to France and Saarland are suspended.

The following RegioZone lines are affected

- to France

- 501, 502, 503, 504, 505, 506, 507, 508, 551, 601, 603, 605, 642, 703, 731

- Germany (Saarland)

- 401, 402, 403, 404, 405

The ban on lorries over 7.5 tonnes remains in force on the entire motorway network.

The measures communicated yesterday evening by the crisis unit will be maintained.

The possible consequences and advice on behaviour can be consulted on the website www.infocrise.lu. People are reminded to avoid unnecessary travel and to stay at home if possible.

The public is asked to keep a close eye on developments through official sources: www.meteolux.lu, www.infocrise.lu, @infocriseLU, @CGDISlux and the national media.

The crisis unit will meet again on Wednesday morning at 9am.