Lourtier, Valais, Switzerland Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

- Warning valid above 1000 m a.s.l.
- Possible impacts: Icy conditions due to snow-covered roads.
- Recommendations for action: Stay informed of the driving conditions (e.g. via radio, by calling the 163 telephone service, through television or online media). Check that your car is suitable to drive in winter (winter tyres).
- Expected amounts: above 600 m a.s.l. 5 - 15 cm, above 1000 m a.s.l. 20 - 45 cm
- Snowfall limit: 600 - 1200 m (sinking)

- Warning valid above 1000 m a.s.l.
- Possible impacts: Disruption to road, rail and air travel. Deterioration in the usability of roads.
- Recommendations for action: Stay informed of the driving conditions (e.g. via radio, by calling the 163 telephone service, through television or online media). Check the daily avalanche bulletin and the additional information provided by the WSL Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research SLF.
- Expected amounts: above 700 m a.s.l. 30 - 50 cm, above 1000 m a.s.l. 50 - 80 cm
- Snowfall limit: 600 - 1200 m (sinking)
- Peak phase of the event: -
- Intensifying conditions: -