Snowstorm in Koblenz: traffic jam and patience on the B9!

Snowstorm in Koblenz: traffic jam and patience on the B9!

On Friday morning, thick snowflakes fell in Koblenz, which led to considerable traffic disruptions on the B9. According to Rhein-zeitung.de , drivers had to be patient at around 7.30 a.m. Traffic towards the Europabrücke was severely affected. Many drivers only progressed at a snail's pace and often had to stop. The traffic jam extended far behind the train station and thus significantly impaired the morning pendulum traffic.

Current traffic reports do not report any additional dangers, while the winter road conditions already caused risk of slipping. According to Verkehrslage.de such conditions are typical of the region, especially for rainfall. Drivers should always be aware of the potential that can cause accidents or disabilities.

Winter traffic safety

Winter road conditions require special precautions from drivers. As executed on adac.de , the car must be completely freed from ice and snow before starting driving to ensure a good view. Ice scratches and whisk should definitely be available in the vehicle. In addition, winter or all-year tires are very important, especially if the profile depth is at least 4 mm.

The experts also emphasize the need to adapt driving speed and distance to the in front. The driving style should be calm and careful, especially on smooth roads. Jerk -like steering movements must be avoided; Instead, when spinning on gentle brakes and soulful counter -steering should be taken into account. In the case of cornering outputs, it is important to slowly brake and stay loose at the wheel.

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Winter not only brings beautiful snow landscapes, but also additional challenges for drivers in Koblenz. For a safe journey, the current weather conditions should always be taken into account and the driving style should be adjusted accordingly in order to avoid accidents and traffic jams as far as possible. Especially in times of winter rainfall, attention is required in road traffic.