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Berlin’s icy roads spark surge in accidents as black ice grips the city

A city on edge: Berlin’s streets turn treacherous overnight. With injuries mounting, can drivers outmaneuver the invisible threat lurking beneath their tires?

In this image, we can see a person wearing clothes and skating on ice. There are polls at the top...
In this image, we can see a person wearing clothes and skating on ice. There are polls at the top of the image.

Berlin Fire Department Warns of Ice - Fall Hazard - Berlin’s icy roads spark surge in accidents as black ice grips the city

Berlin is facing dangerous travel conditions as subzero temperatures and freezing drizzle create widespread icy conditions. Authorities have reported a sharp rise in accidents due to the slippery roads. The icy conditions have led to a significant increase in traffic accidents across the city, with emergency services recording 20 collisions involving injuries, including one person seriously hurt. The number of incidents is much higher than the same period the previous day.

The Berlin Fire Brigade has warned residents to take extreme care on roads and pavements. They advised people to stay indoors where possible until at least midday. Meanwhile, police are urging all road users to adjust their driving to the hazardous winter conditions. Officers have stressed the need for heightened caution while traveling. No specific spokesperson has been named in the public warnings.

The freezing weather continues to disrupt travel in Berlin. With black ice covering many routes, emergency services remain on high alert. Residents are being reminded to avoid unnecessary trips and drive with extra care.

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