Saillon, 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). Stay away from forests and trees – danger of falling trees or branches under the weight of the snow.
- Expected amounts: above 1000 m a.s.l. 20-40 cm
- Snowfall limit: 1200m-600m (sinking)
- Peak phase of the event: Sat 18 - Sun 03
- Intensifying conditions: -