Blowing Snow Alert: Transdanubia – Hungary News

Hungary Braces for Severe Winter Weather: Orange and Yellow Alerts Issued

A widespread winter storm is threatening parts of Hungary, prompting authorities to issue both second-degree orange and first-degree yellow alerts for notable portions of the country. The primary concern is blowing snow and dangerously low temperatures, possibly disrupting travel and daily life.

According to HungaroMet,the national meteorological service,an orange alert – indicating a potentially dangerous weather situation – was issued early Thursday morning for the districts of Bicske and Balatonalmád. Officials warn that strong winds could create substantial snowdrifts in areas already covered with fresh snowfall.

Did you know? – hungary’s alert system uses three colors: green (no warning), yellow (be prepared), and orange (be vigilant). Red alerts indicate the most dangerous conditions.

Widespread Yellow Warnings in Effect

Beyond the orange alert zones, a broader first-degree, yellow warning is in effect until midnight Thursday for the counties of Baranya, Bács-Kiskun, Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén, Fejér, Komárom-Esztergom, Pest, Somogy, Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg, Tolna, and Veszprém. This indicates a potential for hazardous conditions due to the threat of blowing snow across a large geographical area.

Snowfall and Wind Forecast

The forecast predicts that snow will move northeastward across the country on Thursday morning.Accumulations of 2-5 centimeters of powder snow are expected in northeastern regions, with the eastern part of Szabolcs county potentially receiving over 5 centimeters.

Wind conditions are also expected to deteriorate. In North Transdanubia, the central part of the country, and the northeast, winds will strengthen, potentially causing localized blowing snow. The eastern half of Transdanubia and the central regions will experience strong northwesterly winds of 30-40 kilometers per hour from morning onward, with gusts reaching 50-60 kilometers per hour between late morning and afternoon. These winds are expected to subside with sunset.

Pro tip – If traveling by car, ensure your vehicle is equipped with winter tires, a snow shovel, blankets, and a fully charged mobile phone.

Frigid Temperatures Expected

The cold will be especially severe. Temperatures around or below minus 15 degrees Celsius are possible in the western areas of Transdanubia on Thursday morning. A much larger area is forecast to experience minimum temperatures of minus 15 degrees Celsius or lower during the following night, raising concerns about hypothermia and infrastructure strain.

The combination of strong winds and extremely low temperatures creates a dangerous situation for anyone exposed to the elements. Residents are urged to take precautions and stay informed about the latest weather updates.

why: A winter storm is impacting Hungary, bringing blowing snow and frigid temperatures.
Who: The storm affects a large portion of the country, with orange alerts for Bicske and Balatonalmád, and yellow alerts for eleven counties: Baranya, Bács-Kiskun, Borsod-abaúj-Zemplén, Fejér, Komárom-Esztergom, Pest, somogy, Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg, Tolna, and Veszprém.Residents and travelers are particularly impacted.
what: The storm consists of 2-5 centimeters of powder snow (potentially over 5cm in Szabolcs county), strong northwesterly winds of 30-40 km/h with gusts up to 60 km/h, and temperatures as low as -15°C or lower.
How did it end? The winds are expected to subside with sunset on Thursday. The yellow alerts are in effect until midnight Thursday, but the long-term impact of the cold temperatures on infrastructure remains a concern.