Snow or freezing rain

Orange vigilance - snow or freezing rain

between 5 and 15 cm of snow in 12 hours or rain below 1 l/m² in 12 hours

• be especially careful when travelling;
• use public transport;
• keep yourself informed on traffic conditions by consulting the website www.cita.lu;
• follow any traffic restrictions and diversions closely;
• facilitate the work of road and motorway clearing vehicles by parking your vehicle off-road;
• protect yourself from falls;
• clear snow and salt the pavements in front of your house and avoid blocking water drains.

Red vigilance - snow or freezing rain

more than 15 cm of snow in 12 hours or rain above 1 l/m² in 12 hours

• if possible, remain at home;
• only make essential journeys;
• listen to local radio stations if you need to go out;
• keep yourself informed on the state of the roads at www.cita.lu;
• tell someone if you are going out and your destination;
• prepare an emergency kit for your vehicle in case you have to wait on the road (chains, shovel, blankets, provisions, etc.);
• follow any traffic diversions and advice closely;
• protect yourself from falls;
• clear snow and salt the pavements in front of your house and avoid blocking water drains;

In the event of freezing precipitation:

• protect your water pipes from freezing;
• prepare emergency lighting and keep a supply of drinking water.